BARANEK LAURA M |
Saturday 3-9 p.m. and Sunday 3-8 p.m. with Rosary 4 p.m. at Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home, 16300 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe. In State Monday 10 a.m. until time of Mass 10:30 a.m. at St. Philomena Catholic Church, 4281 Marseilles, Detroit. Light a candle and share a memory at: |
BETHELL LONZO CORTEZ |
Age 86, April 7, 2009 of Warren. Husband of Pearl. Father of Al, Barry (Cathy), Jan (Dominic) Palazzola and Ted (Nancy Gardella). Grandfather of Nicki (Dan) Anderson, Lance (Kristen), Lauren, Sherilyn (Scott) Paperi, Brandon, Dominic Palazzola. Great grandfather of Anthony Paperi, Jacob Paperi and Brooke Anderson. His burial will take place in Kentucky at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to the Kaul Funeral Home, Clinton Township. Please share a memory with the family at www.kaulfuneral |
BOAL ROBERT J |
Saturday, April 11 from 1-5 p.m. at the Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 Six Mile Rd., Livonia. Memorials preferred to the Upper Peninsula Diabetes Outreach Network, 220 W. Washington St., Suite 340, Marquette, MI 49855 or St. Jude Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38125. www.canalefuneral.com (906) 226-2711 |
BRAUN RALPH PAUL |
at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores, Saturday, 4-9 p.m. and Sunday 2-9 p.m. Funeral Mass at St. Margaret of Scotland, 21201 Thirteen Mile Rd., St. Clair Shores on Monday, April 13 at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the American Diabetes Association or Henry Ford Hospice. |
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Beatrice Rita Grove, 86, of Gladwin, passed away March 31, 2009, at her home at The Brook of Gladwin. |
Dougherty, Bernard L. Saginaw, Michigan Beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother passed away peacefully at his home early Thursday, April 9, 2009, with his family at his side. Age 62 years. Complete obituary will be in the Sunday edition. Funeral service will take place 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 14, 2009, at the W.L. Case and Company Funeral Chapel, 201 N. Miller Road, where his family will receive friends from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. on Monday. In lieu of flowers, his family requests that memorials be made to Heartland Hospice or the Humane Society of Saginaw County. www.casefuneralhome.com |
VEJNOVICH, Bernard - Age 87, of Montrose, died Monday, April 6, 2009 at his residence. Funeral services will be held 10 AM Friday, April 10, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Road, Swartz Creek with Pastor Susan Liddums officiating. Visitation will be held at the funeral home Wednesday from 5-8 PM and Thursday from 1-4 and 6-8 PM. Those desiring may make contributions to the American Heart Association or American Cancer Society. Mr. Vejnovich was born June 17, 1921 St. Paul, MN, the son of Sam and Josephine (Brania) Vejnovich. He married Lorraine Lindow June 14, 1941 in Flint and she preceded him in death May 3, 1988. He then married Lillian Brookman May 23, 1990 in Flint and she preceded him in death January 12, 2004. He had resided in Montrose since 1990, coming from Grand Blanc. Mr. Vejnovich retired from AC Spark Plug after 35 years of service. He was a veteran of WWII serving in the U.S. Army Air Corps. He was a member of U.A.W. Local 651. Mr. Vejnovich also enjoyed Square Dancing. Surviving are: son, Kevin and wife Cathy Vejnovich of Lennon; granddaughter, Katie and husband Joe Barth of Lennon; brother, Frank and wife Marianne Vejnovich of Flushing; sister, Mildred Clifford of Flushing; sister-in-law, Christine Vejnovich of Florida; step-daughters, Jeri and husband Ron Cooper of Montrose and Terrie Rohlfs of Illinois; many nieces and nephews; special friend, Gerry Nottingham of Flint. He was also preceded in death by his parents and brother, Sam Vejnovich, Jr. Tributes may be posted at the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. |
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Bessie M. Spieth, 88, of Osseo, passed away Friday, April 3, 2009, at the Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility.  She was born Jan. 3, 1921, in Horton to Leon and Effie Belle (Town) Gleason.  She was married Sept. 1, 1979, to Loyal Spieth and he preceded her in death in 2000. Bessie was a former nurse’s aide at St. Paul’s and the T.B. Sanitarium in Jackson and Maple Lawn Facility in Hillsdale.  She retired from Jonesville Products.  She was a resident of Jackson prior to residing in Osseo, and a member of the Latter Day Saint’s of Jonesville. Surviving are six daughters, Lowanda (Harry) Bitner of Jackson, Tjuana (Harry) Horn of Bankers, Shela (Chris) Plunkett of Allentown, Pa., Brenda (Brad) Ruka of Holland, Serena (Ron) Sanders and Sara (James) Broughman, both of Hillsdale;  five sons, Darwin (Donna) Butler of Osseo, Byron (Tashia) Myers of Hillsdale Alton (Diane) Worth of Hillsdale, Richard (Sandy) Spieth of Petersburg, Mich., and Jack Spieth of Hillsdale; sister, Georgia Pettit of Arizona.  There are many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great great-grandchildren. Funeral services for Bessie Spieth will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Dr. Daniel Pann officiating.  Interment will follow at Roseland Memorial Gardens in Jackson. The family will receive friends for visitation Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the charity of the donor’s choice. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com.   |
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Betty A. Roy, age 79, of Colon, Mich., went home with the angels on April 8, 2009.  She was born on Sept. 16, 1929, in Marion, Ind., to Parke and Louise (Jackson) Fawkes. She graduated from Three Rivers High School and worked at Ross Labs for many years. On May 18, 1968, she married Emil B. Roy, and they made their home in Colon. Surviving are a daughter, Michele Fields, and a grandson, Kurt Fields; nieces Billie Washburn, Kris (Don) Stephens and Cindy Elliott; a nephew, Steven (Tonya) Shoemaker; and a host of great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and a sister, Leatrice Shoemaker. Cremation has taken place.  A celebration of her life will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the home of Steven Shoemaker, 58558 Ash Road, Three Rivers.  Please join with her family and friends at this time.  If desired, the family suggests that memorials be made to Heartland Healthcare of Three Rivers. Funeral arrangements were made by Schipper Funeral Home in Colon.   |
PRUITT, Bill D. Of Frostproof, FL Formerly of Kalamazoo Passed away Friday, April 3, 2009 at Florida Hospital in Orlando. He was born January 14, 1942 in Wichita, KS to the late Daniel and Eulayla (White) Pruitt. While on leave in the military, Bill was united in marriage, on December 26, 1959, to the former Harriett Groen, who survives. Bill served in the United States Navy from February of 1959 until honorably discharged in September of 1962. He became a police officer in 1964 and dedicated his entire life to protecting and serving American citizens. He retired from the Kalamazoo County Sheriff's Department in 1998. Twice, in the line of duty, Bill was decorated for acts of bravery; both incidents involved risking his own life to save a person from a fire. Bill loved fishing and hunting. He loved to occupy his off time with remodeling or car repair projects. He was an accomplished marksman and avidly spoke of rights and responsibilities of handling firearms. He received the Lord Jesus Christ as his savior in 1978, and his love and study of God's Word brought about many beautiful changes and growth in his life. He shared all the Lord revealed to him with all who would listen, especially eschatology. He and his wife Harriet took a trip to Israel and the Holy Lands in 1982 and this trip was the source of many favored memories. Also surviving Bill are his children, Linda (James) Mickel of Homosassa, FL, Bill (Judy) Pruitt, Jr., of San Antonio, TX, and Chad (Alicia) Pruitt of Chesapeake, VA; brother, Steven (Shirley) Pruitt of Pittsburg, KS; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. Graveside services will take place Friday, 2:00 PM, at the Mt. Ever-Rest Chapel, 3941 S. Westnedge Ave., where family will also greet friends from 1:30-2:00 PM. Arrangements are performed by the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. Memorials may be directed to "Operation Blessing" through the 700 Club, 757-226-3401. Please see www.langelands.com for online obituary, directions, register book and condolences. 343-1508 |
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CEDRONI ERNEST |
Monday 3-9 p.m. and Tuesday 1-9 p.m. with Rosary 7p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Son, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Funeral Wednesday, in state 9:30 a.m. at St. Thomas More Church, 4580 N. Adams (between Wattles and Long Lake) until time of Mass at 10 a.m. Donations are welcome to Beaumont Hospice. Entombment White Chapel Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" at |
Caroline "Carrie" E. Gaiera |
Caroline "Carrie" E. Gaiera, 90, of Pigeon, passed away Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008 at Scheurer Hospital Long Term Care, Pigeon., Funeral Memorial Mass will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008 from St. Roch Catholic Church, Caseville, with the Rev. Fr. Kenneth Yaroch officiating. |
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Celia Marie Winkleblack, age 86, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Thursday, April 9, 2009, at Three Rivers Health. She was born April 16, 1922, in Sturgis, a daughter of the late Albert and Leona (Bachar) Pierucki. Celia had resided in Sturgis all of her life, and graduated from Sturgis High School with the class of 1942. On June 26, 1943, she married Kenneth Winkleblack at Holy Angels Catholic Church.  He preceded her in death on Aug. 7, 1998. Celia retired from Sturgis Newport after 25 years of employment and was a member of Holy Angels Catholic Church, Capt. John J. Kelley V.F.W. Post #1355 Ladies Auxiliary, and a past president of the Nueman-Wenzel American Legion Post #73 Auxiliary. Surviving are one daughter, Shirley (Charles) Potter of Sturgis; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a son, Thomas M. Winkleblack; and two brothers, Carl Pierucki and Albert Pierucki Jr. The family will receive friends and relatives from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m.  Tuesday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes Rosenberg Chapel, 807 E. Chicago Road in Sturgis,  where a Rosary service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. A funeral Mass celebrating the life of Celia M. Winkleblack will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Holy Angels Catholic Church, with the Rev. Father Richard Altine, celebrant. Interment will follow in Oak Lawn Cemetery. The family suggest memorial donations be directed to Holy Angels Catholic Church, 402 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI 49091.  Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.   |
Charles E. Billau June 20, 1928-April 6, 2009 Wednesday, April 8, 2009 12:02 PM |
Charles E. Billau, age 80, of Lambertville, MI died in the home he was born in on Monday, April 6, 2009. |
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Charles Frederick Kline, 84, of Midland, Mich., passed away March 21, 2009, at Brookdale Senior Living in Midland. He was born May 7, 1924 in Litchfield to the late Dr. Fred and Hilda (Smith) Kline. He married Lois Brown of Midland on May 29, 1954, who predeceased him. Mr. Kline graduated as valedictorian from Litchfield High School in 1942. He served in the U.S. Navy from June 1943 through June 1946 as an ensign. Upon his discharge he attended Hillsdale College where he obtained his Bachelor of Science degree. During college he was a member of Delta Tau Delta Fraternity. He then entered the University of Pennsylvania obtaining his Master of Business Administration from the Wharton Graduate School of Business. He retired from Dow Chemical Co., of Midland after a long career in industrial management. As a young man he was very active in 4-H. He raised and exhibited livestock at a local county fair. His love of fairs and livestock continued throughout his life. As an adult he owned harness race horses, which competed at fairs and tracks throughout the Midwest and Canada. He served as harness racing secretary for the Midland County Fair from 1958-2008. He also served as director and president of the Board of Directors for the Northern Michigan Fairs and Racing Association. In 2007, Charlie Kline was inducted into the Michigan Harness Racing Hall of Fame. Mr. Kline had a strong desire to promote education. He was an avid supporter of Hillsdale College giving support to various areas within the college, including sponsorship of the Charles F. Kline Chair of History and Management, which is currently held by Burton Fulsom, author of “The Myth of the Robber Barons.”  He is also a member of the college’s President’s Club. He is survived by two sisters, Harriet (Ellwood) Janney of Ottawa Hills, Ohio, and Jane (Dr. James) Roberts of Bonita Springs, Fla.; a sister-in-law, Margaret Kline of Hillsdale; 10 nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two brothers, James C. Kline and Thomas P. Kline. A memorial service will be at 3 p.m., Wednesday, June 3 at the Ware Smith Woolever Funeral Home, 1200 W. Wheeler St., in Midland. Interment will be June 4 in Litchfield at the Mt. Hope Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. with a luncheon following at Hillsdale College. Those planning memorial contributions are asked to consider Hillsdale College, 33 E. College St., Hillsdale MI 49242 or Alice Lloyd College, Pippa Passes, KY 41844. If you are unable to visit with the family in person, you may send your condolences through, www.waresmithwool ever.com   |
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ONTONAGON, Mich. -- Charles N. Watt, 70, of Ontonagon, was called home on April 4, 2009. |
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Clarence B. Eicher, age 70, of Mendon, Mich., died peacefully on April 8, 2009, at 7:55 a.m., at his home.  He was born on Oct. 9, 1938, in Berne, Ind., to the late Ben and Mary (Schwartz) Eicher.  Clarence lived 70 years, 6 months and 30 days. On Nov. 16, 1947, he married Salome Wickey and lived in matrimony until her death on April 29, 1995. His is survived by eight brothers, Ben B. Eicher Jr., Jacob B. Eicher, John B. Eicher, Elmer William Eicher, Solomon James Eicher, Levi Martin Eicher, Phillip Melvin Eicher and Norman Eicher; six sisters, Many Jane Hilty, Barbara Ann Schwartz, Flossie Bernice Hilty, Nancy Jean Eicher, Rachel Kay Hershberger, and Anna Mae Yoder; four sons, Joe (Lovina) Eicher of Burr Oak, Clarence Eicher Jr. of Burr Oak,  Benjamin (Miriam) Eicher of Sugar Creek, Ohio, and Noah Eicher of ; eight daughters, Maryann (Jake) Schwartz of Centreville, Ruth (Chris) Schwartz of Berne, Carol (Pete) Eicher of Centreville, Christine (Jake) Wengerd of Hersey, Esther (David) Eicher of Constantine, Loretta (Henry) Eicher of Mendon, Salome (Morris) Hilty of Geneva, Ind., and Susan Eicher of Sturgis; 53 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Clarence was preceded in death by his parents; stepmother Dena (Miller) Eicher; his wife, Salome; two daughters, Edna Eicher and Mattie Eicher; and two sisters, Elizabeth Eicher and Ruth Elaine Eicher. Viewing will be held after 10 a.m. on Thursday and all day Friday at the Henry Eicher residence at 26694 Spring Creek Road, Mendon.  Funeral services will be held 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the M&M Community Center at 59321 Nottawa Road, one mile north of Nottawa, with Ministers John Schmidt, Glenn Yoder and Ed Schwartz officiating.  Interment will be in the Old Order Amish Cemetery on Truckenmiller Road in Nottawa.  Arrangements by Schipper Funeral Home of Colon.     |
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Corinne C. Foos, 83, of Coldwater, formerly of Toledo, Ohio and Hillsdale died Sunday April 5, 2009 at Masonville House in Coldwater. Corinne was born May 17, 1925 in Toledo to Isabel (Sharp) and William Winsler. While living in Toledo, Corinne was involved in many activities. Besides a homemaker, she drove a school bus, sold Avon for 27 years and after moving to Michigan she sold real estate for 11 years. In her spare time she enjoyed sewing, especially quilt making, bowling, reading, and jewelry-making. She was preceded in death by her husband Mark Sr. who died in 1986 and her son Laurence who died in 1999. Corinne is survived by her sons Mark (Sue) Foos of Coldwater, Roger (Karen) Foos of Sylvania, Ohio and daughter Kay (Mike) Napoletano of Toledo and sister-in-law Kathleen Partlow. Corinne also has 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Gillespie Funeral Home in Coldwater. Visitation will also be held from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Ansberg-West Funeral Home in Toledo. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday  at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Toledo. Burial will be at the Resurrection Cemetery in Toledo. The family would like to thank the staff at Masonville House in Coldwater and Southern Care Hospice for the great care they have given Corinne. In lieu of flowers the family ask that donations be made to Corinne's favorite charity St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Visit www.gillespiefh.com to leave a message or condolences to the family. |
DAVID A. DAVIS REESE David A. Davis, age 49, of Reese, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, March 29, 2009 at his residence. He was born January 5, 1960 in Deckerville, to Wanda (Wintermute) and Archie L. Davis. He graduated from Reese High School in 1978. Dave and Pam (Knight) were married on August 17, 1985 in Birch Run, Michigan. Dave was a member of the Birch Run Moose Lodge #2426 and was employed by Materials-Levy Corporation of Saginaw. In addition to spending time with his family, Dave enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time in the woods. He is survived by his wife; Pam, his children; Shane and Kristal, all of Reese, his mother; Wanda, one sister; Connie (John) Bowerman all of Deckerville, one brother; Greg (Brenda) David of Saginaw, one sister-in-law; Julie Davis of Deckerville, mother-in-law; Elaine Knight, one brother-in-law; Mark (Kheila) Knight, all of Birch Run. In addition to his immediate family he is also survived by several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Dave was preceded in death by his father, Archie, brother, Steve and father-in-law, William Knight. Funeral services were held at the Ware-Smith-Woolever Funeral Home located in Reese with Rev. Ronald Young of Birch Run officiating. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements made by Ware-Smith-Woolever Funeral Home, Reese, Michigan. |
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David Abraham, 75, of Monroe died at 12:04 p.m. Thursday at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home. |
Debra Marie (Little) Wayerski Aug. 6, 1964-April 4, 2009 Friday, April 10, 2009 12:21 PM |
Debra Wayerski of Surprise, Arizona, formerly of Monroe, joined our Lord on April 4, 2009, after being seriously ill for 7 months. |
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Dennis W. Wesse, age 59, of White Pigeon, died Tuesday, April 7, 2009, at Valley View Health Care in Elkhart, Ind., following a short illness. Dennis was born May 12, 1949, the Three Rivers, a son of Harold and Juanita (Schultz) Wesse. He was a member of the U.S. Marine Corp during Vietnam. On Oct. 5, 1984, he married Linda Hurst in Constantine. He resided in White Pigeon most of his life and was a truck driver. Dennis was a member of Swartz-VanFleet Post #138 American Legion of White Pigeon, the Heritage Trail Chapter #2155 Harley Owners Group of Sturgis. Surviving are his wife, Linda Wesse of White Pigeon; one daughter, Deb Lawrence; three sons, Jason Hurst, Shane and Mike Wilbur; two granddaughters, Taylor Lawrence and Abbigale Wilbur; parents, Harold and Juanita Wesse; two sisters, Donna Hendricks and Marsha Chapman; one brother, Marty Wesse; Uncle Art; three aunts, Maggie, Loraine and Rosemary; several nieces and nephews; 168 sisters and brothers of the H.O.G.  Chapter #2155. Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation. A memorial service with full military honors will be held at a later date at Fort Custer National Cemetery in Augusta, Mich. Donations may be directed to the American Cancer Society or the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Envelopes are available at the Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon who is in charge of the arrangements.   |
Donald Erwin Wood Lapeer Donald Erwin Wood, 75, of Lapeer, passed away Monday (April 6, 2009). He was born June 17, 1933, in Caro, to George and Ada Mae (Vrooman) Wood. He married Janet Semkiw on October 1, 1955 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Caro. Mr. Wood proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He worked for the State of Michigan in a mental health care facility. He was a member of the Immaculate Parish and Knights of Columbus - 4th Degree. He was a member of the NRA. Don was a devoted husband and father. He is survived by his wife, Janet Wood of Lapeer; children, Randy (Pamela) Wood of Manistee, Brenda (David) Jacobs of Grand Blanc, Melody (Nick) Liscomb of Adrian; grandchildren, Christina, Ashley, Matthew, Alexandria, Zachary, Bryan, Christopher, Derek, Meghan and Donald; great-grandchildren, Parker, Conner and Seth; sister, Jessie Mulholland of Caro. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Ada Mae Wood; siblings, D |
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KELLEY, Doris M. Of Plainwell Passed away April 7, 2009 at Bronson Hospital. She was born March 4, 1913 in Kalamazoo, to the late Louis and Nellie Peters. Doris was united in marriage to John A. Kelley for a loving 48 years, who preceded her in death in 1982. She retired from Cadillac Overall Supply in 1978 after 20 years of service as a seamstress. She was a member of the Kalamazoo Westside Lions Club for many years. She enjoyed her yard and garden. She also enjoyed working on many different craft projects. Surviving Doris are her children, Richard "Dick" Kelley of Covert, MI, Joan (Jim) Mallory of Kalamazoo and Jean (Eugene) Riggs of Battle Creek; 17 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Also preceding her in death were four brothers, Andrew, Albert, Clarence and Donald Peters. A visitation will be on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8:00 PM at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. where services will also take place Friday, 1:00 PM, Pastor Kevin Smith, officiating. Interment will follow at East Cooper Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Kalamazoo Westside Lions Club or to Hospice of SW Michigan. Please see www.langelands.com for online obituary, directions, register book and condolences. 343-1508 |
Dorothy A. Leggett April 8, 2009 Thursday, April 9, 2009 11:50 AM |
Dorothy A. Leggett, 94, of Monroe died at 8:50 p.m. Wednesday at Tendercare of Monroe. |
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Dorris Marilyn (Stoll) King, of Sarasota, Florida formerly of North Adams, passed away Sunday, April 5, 2009. She was born Dec. 11, 1929, in Wakarusa, Ind., the daughter of Warren and Mary (Martin) Bechtel. She was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, John Stoll; two sisters and one step granddaughter. She is survived by her husband, Glen King of Sarasota, Fla.; four children, Dean (Sarah) Stoll of Harlan, Ind., Gloria (Roland) Miller of Boone, N.C., Rose (Ken) Wilson of Nixa, Mo. and Ronald (Joy) Stoll of North Adams; three stepchildren, David (Rebecca) King of Pembroke Pines, Fla., Lyle (Miriam) Kreider of Sarasota, Fla. and Darrell (Sherill) Hostetter of Lancaster, Pa.; 21 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; one sister, Luann Lambright of Houston, Texas and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. King was a graduate of Hillsdale College where she received a bachelor’s degree in education. She attended the Ashton Mennonite Church in Sarasota, Florida and she was a member of the Christian Writers Association. A funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Dorris Marilyn King will be held at the Hampton-Kurtz Funeral Home in Hillsdale beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 11 with Pastor Dean Stoll and Pastor Don Stoll officiating. Interment will take place in the Stoll Cemetery in Moscow Township. The family will receive friends for visitation 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. |
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Douglas D. Lintz, 87, of The Villages, Fla., passed away Wednesday, April 8, 2009, at The Villages Hospital. |
EISENBERG BARBARA |
Beloved wife of the late Lawrence Eisenberg. Dear mother of Dr. Bruce (Beth) Eisenberg. Loving grandmother of Evann and Alexa Eisenberg. Cherished sister of the late Jordan Pollack and sister-in-law of Gary and Barbara Eisenberg, and Rhoda Pollack. GRAVESIDE SERVICES 9:30 A.M. SUNDAY MORNING AT CLOVER HILL PARK CEMETERY. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. |
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Edna B. MacDonald, age 93, of Dundee, formerly of Monroe and Lincoln Park, died Thursday morning at Mercy Memorial Hospital in Monroe. Services are pending for Tuesday at Cover Funeral Home in Dundee. |
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Edna B. MacDonald, 93, of Dundee, formerly of Monroe and Lincoln Park, died Thursday morning at Mercy Memorial Hospital. Services are pending for Tuesday at Cover Funeral Home, Dundee. |
Edward "Barney" F. Schubring 1929-2009 Edward "Barney" Schubring, 79, Port Hope, passed away April 1, 2009 at St. Mary's of Michigan in Saginaw. He was born on September 2, 1929 in Port Hope to the late Edward and Martha (Zick) Schubring. Barney and Annabelle Thrusman were united in marriage on December 6, 1952 in Port Hope. Barney was a member of St. John Lutheran Church of Port Hope. He was a musician for over 50 years, playing in many bands including the Barney Schubring Trio where he was a recording artist and radio personality. He was inducted into the Michigan Country Hall of Fame in 2001. He was a bus driver for the Port Hope Community Schools for 50 years, a member of the Huron Intermediate School District Board for 34 years and enjoyed farming. He is survived by his wife, Anne, Port Hope; his son, Steven (Debra) Schubring, Port Hope; granddaughter, Breann Schubring; four step-grandchildren, Jason, Trista, Season and Brandon; ten step-great-grandchildren and sisters,Norma (Ernie) Callender, West Bloomfield, Elaine (Arnold) Brown, Port Hope and Irene (Emerson) Pilaske, Port Hope. He was preceded in death by a sister, Esther and brother-in-law, Kenneth Iseler. Funeral services were held on Saturday, April 4, 2009 in St. John Lutheran Church of Port Hope. Rev. Greg Eilers officiated, with burial taking place in Lakeview Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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Eileen L. Mutter, age 70, of Palmyra passed away Thursday, April 9, 2009, at St. Vincent Medical Center in Toledo. Funeral arrangements are pending with the Tagsold Funeral Home in Blissfield. |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Elin Johnson, 55, of 817 N. Lawrence St., Ironwood, died peacefully at her home in the loving care of her husband, Jack, on Friday, April 3, 2009. |
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Elliott J. Moord, 80, passed away Wednesday, April 8, 2009, at his home in Fort Wayne, Ind. Born in Mendon, he was a systems analyst with Magnavox Corporation for 19 years, retiring in 1988. He was a member of BPOE Michigan and U.S. Marine Corp Pfc. He enjoyed bowling, golfing and gardening. He played semi-pro baseball in the N. Indiana S. Michigan League for 15 years. He was a high school basketball and football referee in Michigan. He is survived by his wife, June E. Moord of Fort Wayne; daughters, Deborah (William) Josephson of Kalamazoo, Va., Susan (Al) Christoules of Fort Wayne and Peggy Toliver of Harrisonburg, Va.; sons, Martin (Kathy) Moord of Vandalia, William (Debbie) Moord of New Haven, and Jeffrey Moord and Daniel (Sherrie) Moord, both of Fort Wayne; 19 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and sisters, Elizabeth Moord of Reseda, Calif., and Marilee Moord of Costa Mesa, Calif. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother; and two sisters. The funeral service is at 2 p.m. Saturday at D.O. McComb and Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road, Fort Wayne, with calling one hour prior. Karen Kosberg will officiate. Calling is also from 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Turnstone of Fort Wayne, Messiah Lutheran Church Constantine, Mich., or Parkview Hospice. To sign the online guest book, go to www.mccombandsons.com.   |
Quesada Sr., Ernesto Bay City, Michigan Ernesto Quesada, Sr., age 80 years, died Monday, April 6, 2009. Complete obituary information will be provided in Friday's edition. |
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FOGELMAN LEO |
Beloved husband of Lenore Fogelman. Dear father of Dana (Marc) Biederman, Teri (Wayne) Weintraub and Debbie (Mark) Blumhardt. Loving grandfather of Adam, Ryan, Michael, Carly, David, Jamie and Jason. Dearest brother-in-law of Goldie Fogelman. Devoted brother of the late Max Fogelman, the late Paul Fogel and the late Sarah Peltz. SERVICES SUNDAY 10:00 AM AT THE DORFMAN CHAPEL, FARMINGTON HILLS (248) 406-6000. INTERMENT AT MACHPELAH CEMETERY or visit |
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Beloved husband of Harriet Frohlich. Dear father of Fran (Dr. Marvin) Sonne, Jerry (Joan) Frohlich and Steve (Lilli) Frohlich. Loving papa of Amy (Michael) Brown, Lisa (Travis) Wheeler, Jeffrey Sonne, Julie (Dr. Thomas) Song, Jaimee (David) Witten, Jill (fiance Joe Martinez) Frohlich, Jonathon Frohlich, and Jennifer (Matthew) Cruger. Proud great-grandfather of Aiden Song, Ashleigh Brown, Tyler Witten and Cameron Wheeler. SERVICES 11:30 AM SUNDAY MORNING AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT BETH EL MEMORIAL CEMETERY. www.irakaufman.com |
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Florence E. Vincent, 89, of Burlington passed away Wednesday, April 8, 2009. She was born December 12, 1919 in Tekonsha to Walter and Eugenia (Weimer) Bond. She married Ronald O. Vincent. She and Ronald worked the family farm for many years. She is survived by a daughter, Kathryn O’Dell of Burlington; five grandchildren, Debbie (Larry) Betteridge of Grandville, Carey O’ Dell, Chris O’Dell, both of Burlington, Ron (Cindy) O’Dell of Marshall, Randy (Brandi) O’Dell of Coldwater and six great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald in 1980, four sisters and one brother. Florence loved her family and enjoyed bowling. Visitation will be Monday, April 13, 2009 from 2-5 p.m. at the Putnam Funeral Home in Union City. Services will be held on April 14, 2009 at 1 p.m. with one hour of visitation prior to the service at the Putnam Funeral Home in Union City with Pastor Wayne Halbleib officiating. Interment will follow at Newton Cemetery in Newton Township. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. You may leave an online tribute by visiting www.putnamfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by the Putnam Funeral Home, Union City, (517) 741-9333. |
Frank J. Pieper, Jr. |
Frank John Pieper, Jr., 85, of Harbor Beach, passed away Monday, Sept. 1, 2008 at his home., Funeral Mass will be at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 5, 2008 in Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church, Harbor Beach, with burial in the church cemetery., Visitation will be from 1 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach., A complete obituary will be in Wednesday's Huron Daily Tribune or by viewing www.RamseyFH.Com. |
GERHART BETHANY ANN (NEE HEIL) |
April 7, 2009. 84 years. Beloved wife of the late Philip T. Dear mother of Gail (Morris) Miller and Carol (Richard) Marshall. Loving grandmother of Julie (Tom) Pool, Dr. Darlene (Rahle) Miller, Sharlene (Bill) Moceri and Scott Miller. Also survived by five great grandchildren. Dear sister of Robert C. Heil and Marjorie Cromar. Funeral Saturday 11 a.m. in the Chapel of the Psalms at White Chapel Cemetery Troy, Michigan. Arrangements by Clyne & Sobocinski Funeral Home, 586-771-1700. |
GRANDE JOSEPH J |
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GRAY JULIUS L |
Age 52. Julius passed away April 3, 2009. He was the beloved husband of Jeanine for twenty and a half years and the loving father of Jillian and Janelle. He leaves behind his father William Sr. (Nancy), his brother William Jr. (Deborah), his sister Tiwanna Palm ( Derek ), as well as his nephews Derek Jr., and Denzel, his niece Clarisse, and nine other nieces and nephews. Julius spent over 32 years as a manager, executive vice-president, and an exceptional salesperson for many corporations. He was actively involved with the Michigan Minority Business Council. Julius enjoyed spending time with his family and his dogs Bear and Jewel and loved to travel the world. He touched the lives of many people. Family and friends will cherish their memories of him forever. Memorial services will be 11 a.m., Saturday, April 11, 2009 at the Lomax Temple A.M.E. Zion Church, 17441 Dequindre (between Six Mile and Nevada) Detroit. Memorial contributions for the benefit of the Julius L. Gray Family, C/O Northrop-Sassaman Funeral Home, 19091 Northville Road, Northville, MI. 48168 would be appreciated. |
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Gearld E. Dartt, age 91, of Elberta, Ala., died April 8, 2009. He was born in Clayton, Mich., the son of Henry and Mae Dartt, grew up in Adrian and graduated from Adrian High School. He served in the Army during World War II. Survived by his wife of 68 years, Doris (Bradley) Dartt; children, Gearld Dartt Jr. of Saraport, N.Y., and Carol Sue (Barry) Froling of Elberta, Ala.; grandsons, Andrew of Georgia and Kevin of Bennington, N.Y., and many nieces and nephews. After moving from Adrian to Ogden, Utah., he worked for Hercules Powder Co. for many years. He then moved to Tucson, Ariz., and later retired to Alabama. Gearld was preceded in death by his much loved son, Howard, in Arizona; his parents, five brothers and three sisters. Cremation will take place. |
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Among the survivors of Gertrude Faye Reilly, 93, of Monroe, formerly of Ida, who died Tuesday, are a son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Delores Reilly of Ida. |
Gertrude Faye Reilly Sept. 29, 1915-April 7, 2009 Wednesday, April 8, 2009 11:12 AM |
Gertrude Faye Reilly, 93, of Monroe, formerly of Ida, died Tuesday morning at Fountain View of Monroe. |
Gladys R. Schuette 1921-2009 Gladys R. Schuette, 87, Pigeon, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2009 at Scheurer Hospital of Pigeon. She was born in Pigeon on September 19, 1921, daughter of the late William and Emma (Stueck) Voss. Gladys was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church of Linkville. Many will remember Gladys for her hard work and dedication. She loved to cook for her family, friends and Pigeon Lions Club. She is survived by her children, Ervin Schuette Jr., Caseville, Norma (Ralf) Dittman, Midland and Dr. Jane Schuette, Midland; four grandchildren, Rodney (Michelle) Schuette, Brian (LeeAnn) Schuette, Dennis (Kelly) Waters and Jared Waters; five great-grandchildren, Kelsey Schuette, Luke and Hannah Schuette, McKenna Barcia, Pierson Waters and a sister, Wilma Kovach, Owendale. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Joanne McCollum; son-in-law, Howard McCollum; brother, William Voss and sister, Mildred Damm. Funeral services were held on Saturday, April 4, 2009 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Linkville with Rev. Lee Wenskay officiating. Memorials may be given to St. Paul Lutheran Church or donor's choice. Arrangements were handled by the Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, Pigeon. |
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Guy M. Cox, cherished husband, dedicated father, and doting grandpa passed away surrounded by family on April 6, 2009 at Bixby Medical Center, Adrian. Guy was born on Feb. 6, 1927 in North Adams to Charles Roscoe Cox and Hazel Beth Ann Reynolds Cox. He and his four brothers attended and graduated from Addison Community Schools. Guy entered the United States Navy in 1944 to serve aboard an LSM 41. He was a Seaman 1st Class during World War II and participated in several campaigns in the Philippines and South Pacific. He was the ship Chaplain and Store Keeper. At the end of the War, he decommissioned his ship in Charleston, S. C. Guy has continued to stay in touch with his navy buddies at various naval reunions. He has enjoyed sharing his sea stories with friends and family. Throughout the years he has stayed in touch with best friend and shipmate, Harry Bryson of Columbus, Ohio. Upon his return to the states, Guy entered Adrian College to study in the pre-law program. He also became interested in a young woman, Juanita Mae Luce. Guy and Juanita were married on Dec. 11, 1954 at the Tipton Community Congregational Church, Tipton. Their marriage of more than 50 years has been filled with square dancing, a neighborhood euchre club, church bowling leagues and watching western movies. Guy was employed by the Tecumseh Products for 42 years. During his tenure there he was an active member of the Tecumseh Products Workers Union. He served as the secretary or president for almost 20 years. He fought for the rights of the workers and made many friends along the way. Guy has always been an active community member. He has been a Boy Scout leader, Tipton Community Congregational Church member and a member of the Moose and American Legion. His latest project was the Lenawee County Landlords Association where he served as treasurer. Guy expressed his adventurous spirit by flying his Piper J4E and riding his Indian motorcycle. He enjoyed giving rides to family. Guy loved family outings such as canoeing the Ausable River, sightseeing in the Colorado Mountains, and trips to Florida and Canada were high points for him. Guy is survived by son, Guy (Kris) Corwin Cox of Tecumseh; daughters, Connie (James) Morse of Tecumseh, Cathy (Mikkel) Gammeltoft of Tipton and Cynthia (Scott) Upton, of Spring, Texas; brothers, Burtus E. Cox and Charles Cox of North Adams; 19 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sons, Robert and Timothy; and brothers, Robert and Laverne. A celebration of Guy’s life will be held 1 p.m. on Saturday at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home in Tecumseh with the Rev. Keith Porter and Pastor John Deuble officiating. Interment will follow in Franklin Township Cemetery, Tipton, with military honors performed by U.S. Navy Funeral Honors Team, Toledo, Ohio. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. Friday at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Tecumseh. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, the American Heart Association or a charity of your choice. Condolences may be offered at:  www.pursefuneralhome.com.   |
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H. Richard Bowen, age 91, of Adrian died Tuesday, April 7, 2009 at Toledo Hospital. Arrangements are pending under the direction of the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. |
HAMBURGER ANNETTE |
"NANNY GOAT" Beloved mother of Scott Hamburger and John (Joanie) Hamburger. Loving grandmother of Ellis Hamburger, Sam Hamburger, Stevie Litwin, David Litwin and Emily Litwin. Mother-in-law of the late Susan Hamburger. Sister of Seymour (Dolores) Brode, Dr. Howard (Lily) Brode, Carolyn (Marty) Granof and the late Dr. Marvin Brode. Sister-in-law of Joanna Brode. Also survived by her loving caregiver and friend Lorna Ricketts and family friend Denise Silverman. SERVICES 10 AM SUNDAY MORNING AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT CLOVER HILL PARK CEMETERY. |
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Harold “Mort” L. Burkett, 69 of Coldwater died Thursday, April 9, 2009 at Battle Creek Health Systems. A service will be held on Tuesday, April 14, 2009 at 11 a.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater with  Pastor Bill Wilson of the Gospel Lighthouse officiating. Visitation will be held on Monday, April 13, 2009 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Ft. Custer National Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. in Augusta with full military honors. Harold was born Aug. 27, 1939 in Reed City to Harold and Marie (Jackson) Burkett. He married Pamela E. Ambs on Sept. 21, 1996 in Coldwater. Mr. Burkett spent many years in the Baldwin area before coming to Coldwater. He served in the US Army and was a veteran of the Korean Conflict. Mort worked in maintenance for the Coldwater Community Schools from February 1985 to his retirement in June of 2004. He was a very hard worker and held many jobs at one time, also working at Legg Lumbertown and doing carpentry work on the side. Mr. Burkett was a member of the Gospel Lighthouse Church, the American Legion Post #52 and a former member of the Coldwater Eagles. Mort enjoyed spending time up north and camping in Baldwin at Wolf Lake. He loved fishing and hunting and was an avid racing fan. Mort was a very unique individual, always giving 100 percent to everything he did and was known by many for his tremendous sense of humor. Mr. Burkett was preceded in death by his first wife Mary (Taylor) Burkett, both parents, his brothers Joe, Lauren and Leonard Burkett, his sister Karen Lothamer and his mother-in-law Betty Ambs. He is survived by his wife Pam, his sons Harold “Mort” and Michelle Burkett, Jr. of Buckeye, Ariz., Keith Ambs of Coldwater, Doug and Leslie Ambs of Schoolcraft, Brian and Kim Hall of Bronson, daughters Darla Stanton of Marshall, Darinda and Dan Blaskie of Coldwater, Elizabeth and Bob Serbantez of Marshall, grandchildren Dustin Blaskie, Bethany Chester, Will Stanton, Amy Kwiatek, Shelby Burkett, Matthew and Gabriel Serbantez, Matthew and Michael Bloomberg, Nikki Ambs, Andrew, Brian, Justin and Randy Hall and greatgrandson Noah Kwiatek. Memorials may be directed to CHC Home Health and Hospice. Please visit www.dutcherfh.com to share a thought in the online guestbook. |
Tuesday, April 7, 2009 12:16 PM |
Harry W. Gale, 75, of Temecula, CA and Luna Pier, MI passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2009 at the Toledo Hospital surrounded by his loving family. |
Helen F. Sontag |
Helen Sontag, 72, of Sebewaing, died Sunday, Aug. 31, 2008 at St. Mary's of Michigan in Saginaw following a six-month illness., She was born Aug. 27, 1936 in Kilmanagh, daughter of the late Edwin and Martha (Fuerst) Weber., She was united in marriage to James A. Sontag on June 8, 1957 in Gagetown. He preceded her in death in January 1997., Helen had been employed as a secretary at the Owendale-Gagetown School system for 19 years before retiring in 1998., She was an avid reader and enjoyed bowling., Surviving are one son and daughter-in-law, Mark (Sherry) Sontag, and one daughter, Terri Mihacsi, all of Sebewaing; four grandchildren, Darcie (Chris) Hohne of North Branch, Stacey (Scotty) Buehrly of Owendale, Charlie Mihacsi and Jennifer Mihacsi, both of Sebewaing; two great-grandchildren, Brayden Buehrly and Madeline Hohne; a half brother, Edwin (Chris) Weber of Kawkawlin; and several nieces and nephews., The funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008 at the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. The Rev. Charles Kuhl will officiate with burial in St. Agatha Catholic Cemetery in Gagetown., Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. today, and from 9 a.m. until the time of service Wednesday., Memorials may be made to American Heart Association or the Family Discretionary Fund., Arrangements are being handled by the Dinkel-Juengel Funeral Home in Sebewaing. |
Helen I. Chatner April 8, 2009 Wednesday, April 8, 2009 11:12 AM |
Helen I. Chatner, 89, of Monroe died at 3:30 this morning at the Lutheran Home. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home. |
Helen I. Chatner June 14, 1919-April 8, 2009 Thursday, April 9, 2009 11:58 AM |
Helen was born June 14, 1919 in Big Springs, Ohio to Vernon and Clara Pratt. The family moved to Monroe two years later. |
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WAKEFIELD, Mich. -- Ida Diana Sjoblom Berg, 93, a lifelong resident of Wakefield, passed away early Thursday morning, April 9, 2009, in Wakefield. |
JOEL A. GALLOWAY DECKER Joel A. Galloway, age 48, of Decker, died suddenly Saturday, March 28, 2009 with his wife Lynda in a auto accident in Tuscola County. He was born August 27, 1960 in Marlette, son to Lee and Dorris (Vining) Galloway. He served his country in the U.S. Navy. He married Lynda Osburn August 17, 1979 in Washington State. He is survived by 4 sons; Joshua (Heather) Galloway of Cass City, Jonathon Galloway of Cass City, Lauren (Samantha) Galloway of Cass City and Thomas Galloway of Cass City, three grandchildren; Matthew, Shannon and Aydin Galloway of Cass City, parents; Lee and Dorris Galloway of Decker, five brothers; Michael (Donna) Galloway of Decker, Brian (Theresa) Galloway of Arkansas, Daniel (Ann) Galloway of Snover, Leon (Mary Jane) Galloway of Snover and Brent Galloway of Decker, one sister; Mary (Lou) Martin of Decker, several nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place at the Sunset Hills Crematory in Flint. A memorial service was held at the Shabbona United Methodist Church in Decker with Pastor Ellen Burns officiating. Memorials may be donated to the family. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette. (989)635-3658 www.marshfuneral.com |
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JULIA MOSHER SANDUSKY Julia Mosher, age 89, of Sandusky, formerly of Deckerville passed away peacefully Tuesday, March 31, 2009 at Sanilac Medical Care Facility. She was born January 7, 1920 in Detroit, daughter to the late Alex and Julia (Cibere) Csatari. She married John H. Mosher on December 24, 1945 in Deckerville. He preceded her in death in 2000. She was a former member of the Deckerville United Methodist Church. She is survived by her son; Charles J. Mosher of Carsonville, one grandson; C.J. (Tricia) Mosher of El Paso, Texas, two great grandchildren; Brittney and Mallory Mosher also of El Paso, Texas. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son, Alex Mosher and daughter, Julia Ann Dubois. Cremation has taken place at the Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 11, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. at the Marsh Funeral Chapel in Sandusky. Memorials may be given to the donation of your choice. Visitation with the family will beheld on Saturday, April 11, 2009 from 12 noon until time of memorial service at the funeral chapel in Sandusky. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Inc., Sandusky, MI. (810) 648-2244 www.marshfuneral.com |
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IRONWOOD TOWNSHIP, Mich. -- James B. Pospeck, 65, of E-5065 Slade Road, Ironwood Township, died Monday afternoon, April 6, 2009, in his home, with his family by his side. |
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Janet Sue DeHart, 59, of Gladwin, passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2009, at her home in Gladwin, with her family by her side. |
Jeannette E. Medeiros died Tuesday, April 7, 2009, at Heavenly Helpers in Charlevoix. |
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Jerry (Jerrold) D. Osbon, age 78, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Wednesday, April 8, 2009, at the Fairview Living Centre in Centreville. He was born Nov. 28, 1930, in Sturgis, a son to the late George and Anna (Schragg) Osbon and has been a resident of the Sturgis area all of his life. On March 10, 1951, he married Virginia Rice in Angola, Ind. He had been employed by CTS which is now Syndicate Store Fixtures in Middlebury, Ind., retiring in 1992.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and traveling. Surviving are his wife, Virginia; two sons, David Lewis Osbon of White Pigeon and Charles Duane Osbon of Sturgis; one daughter, Barbara Jean Osbon of Sturgis; a step-daughter, Brenda May Leonard of Sturgis; nine grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and one sister, Billie Jean Osbon of Sturgis. He was preceded in death by his parents. According to his wishes there will be no visitation or services as cremation has taken place. Memorial donations may be directed to the American Stroke Association, 3816 Paysphere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674. Envelopes are available at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes, Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI. His obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhomes.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.   |
Kulhanek, Joan Ann Chesaning, Michigan Passed away April 9, 2009. Age 68. Funeral Mass on Tuesday, April 14 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady Catholic Church, Chesaning. Visitation on Monday from 12 noon until 9:00 p.m. at the Misiuk Funeral Home, Chesaning. Complete obituary in tomorrows paper. misiukfuneralhome.com |
John "Johnnie Jr." Kovacevic Jr. April 30, 1947-April 4, 2009 Tuesday, April 7, 2009 12:17 PM |
John "Johnnie Jr." Kovacevic Jr., age 61, of Columbus, Ohio, formerly of Monroe, died Saturday, April 4, 2009. Johnnie passed away from complications of heart failure. |
John 'Doc' Clark Lapeer John 'Doc' Clark, 81, of Lapeer (formerly of Hensall, Ontario) passed away Sunday (April 5, 2009). He was born 15-04-1927, in Hensall, Ontario, Canada, to Lewis D. and Bona (Blackwell) Clark. Mr. Clark worked in mental health at Oakdale Center in Lapeer for 20 years. He attended Air Observer School #4 (Aircraft Mechanics - RCAF Base) in London, Ontario, Canada. He was a member of the Canadian Army Infantry during WWII, the United States Army Engineers during WWII, United States Navy Reserve (Detroit) and the Royal Canadian Legion BR 156 (Seaforth, Ontario, Canada). John was active in a number of Masonic groups, including Mason S.P.R.S. 32, Knights Templer, Shriner of North America and Order of Eastern Star P.P. He enjoyed flying and sailing. He is survived by his wife, Ruby Clark of Lapeer; children, John H.L. Clark of Holly, Michael B. Clark of Lapeer, Patricia L. (Thomas) Johndro of Linwood, Dane O. (Tamra) Clark of Lapeer, Edward L.R. (Robi |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- John Andrew Korpela, 74, of 144 W. Ridge St., Ironwood, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2009, in Ironwood, due to heart failure. |
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John J. Klumpp, age 75, of Saline died Thursday, April 9, 2009, at his home. He was born Nov. 15, 1933, in Saline, to John Adam and Esther (Grob) Klumpp. He married Shirley Kuebler on Dec. 14, 1954. He retired from Power Equipment Distributors in 1998. John was a member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church and a member of Monroe Boat Club. Besides his wife, John is survived by his daughters, Karen (Gary) Marion of Webberville, Mich., Donna (Charles) Schaible of Ann Arbor, Mich., Laurie (Rodney) Naebeck of Ann Arbor, Mich., and Debra (Will) Werner of Adrian, Mich.; a son, William (Dawn) Klumpp of Tipton, Mich.; 14 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; brother, Larry (Diane) Klumpp of Arizona, and many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, John was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Jill LaRocque. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, April 13, 2009, at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Saline, and Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the service at 11 a.m. with Pastors William Natsis and Mark Smith officiating. Memorial donations may be given to Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church or St. Joseph Mercy Hospice. Envelopes will be available at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Jenter Chapel, Manchester. Please sign John’s guestbook at www.borekjennings.com or leave a message of comfort for his family by calling 877-231-7900. |
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John W. Hill, age 81, of Stryker, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, April 8, 2009, at the Bryan Care and Rehabilitation Center. Prior to his retirement he had worked for the former Hayes Albion in West Unity and had worked for the Village of Stryker. He also did construction work, specializing in roofing. Mr. Hill was born in Morenci, Mich., on June 12, 1927, the son of the late John and Martha (Eckert) Hill. On Aug. 12, 1950, he married June Butler, and she preceded him in death in 2008. John attended Sand Creek High School in Sand Creek, Mich., before joining the Merchant Marines where he served on the Great Lakes. He was then drafted into the Army during World War II, serving as a paratrooper in the 11th Airborne. He was a member of the Stryker American Legion Post. Surviving are four daughters, Connie (Robert) Hunt of Carmel, Ind., Mary (Duane) Benner of West Unity, Ohio, Linda (Denver) Knapp of Bryan, Ohio, Diana (Herb) Knapp of Stryker, Ohio; one son, Gary (Annette) Hill of Bryan, Ohio; 14 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; one brother, Robert Hill of Adrian, Mich.; and one sister, Marjorie Adams of Morenci, Mich. Preceding him in death, besides his wife, June, was a son, John Hill, Jr.; two granddaughters, Kammie Sue (Joseph) Scherer and Kayleen Sue Benner; two brothers, William Hill and Paul Hill, and one sister, Pauline Six. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, April 13, 2009, at the Grisier Funeral Home in Stryker, Ohio, with the Rev. Ernest Belella officiating. Interment will follow in the Oakwood Cemetery in Stryker, where military rites will be performed by the Stryker American Legion Post. Friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday from 4 until 8 p.m. and from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Monday. The family requests that memorial contributions be given to the Kammie (Joseph) Scherer Memorial Scholarship Fund or the Williams County Humane Society. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.grisierfh.com. |
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Judith (Judy) Anita Harding, 65 of Pioneer, died at her home after fighting an extended illness over the past six months.  She was born April 11, 1944 in Madison Township Ohio to Forrest H. Yoder and Helen R. (Harrington) Yoder. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Floral Grove Cemetery in Pioneer with Pastor Mike Dunson to officiate. Thompson Funeral Home in Pioneer in charge of arrangements. |
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Mr. Junior Stephen Burkhardt, 78, 3781 Regan Rd., Denton N.C. died on Saturday, April 4, 2009 at Lexington Memorial Hospital. Junior was born Feb. 11, 1931 in Marshall. He resided in Bronson for 54 years. He graduated from Athens High School in 1949. He was a veteran of the Korean War, where he served in the US Army. He retired after 32 years with Consumers Energy. His passion of race cars led him and his son Mark to create a family operated business, Burkhardt Racing. Junior was preceded in death by a son, Jeff and brothers Nyle and Elwyn. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Marlene; a son, Mark and his fiancee Kathy of Denton, N.C.; former daughter-in-law Deb Burkhardt of Bronson; grandchildren Kip Burkhardt and his wife Michelle of Coldwater, Jennifer Cox and husband Darrell of Ridgeway, Va., Austin and Kylee Yerrick of Denton, N.C.; great grandchildren Ashley, Bailey and Coley Burkhardt, and Danika Cox; many nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be announced at a later date in Michigan. Briggs Funeral Home of Denton, N.C. is assisting the Burkhardt family. Online condolences may be sent to www.briggsfuneralhome.com. |
KOCH KENNETH M |
Age 92, long time resident of Dearborn, Michigan passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2009 in Bermuda Run, North Carolina where he lived with his youngest son Steven and daughter-in-law Kathy. He was preceded in death by his most cherished wife, true love of his life and best friend Laura M. Koch. Ken was born February 19, 1917 to the late Herman J. and Anna B. Koch. He grew up in Detroit with his two brothers Donald and Richard. He attended The University of Detroit and graduated with an Engineering Degree which served him well in his long and illustrious business career with Rockwell International. Ken was a veteran of World War II serving in the India/China/Burma Theater where he eventually earned the rank of Captain. Ken and Laura were life time soul mates meeting at the tender age of 10 at Wampler's Lake, Michigan were Ken's parents vacationed and Laura's family owned a cottage. He and Laura so much loved "the Lake" that they eventually bought a cottage of their own (next door to the Lancaster family cottage) which is still in the family today. Ken was a hero, loving husband, father and grandfather and will be missed very much. Surviving to cherish his memory are son Kenneth M. Koch II of San Rafael, California, son Steven L. Koch and daughter-in-law Kathy H. Koch of Bermuda Run, North Carolina, and grandchildren Jessica, Stephanie and Chad. The funeral service will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 11, 2009 at Christ Episcopal Church, 120 North Military, Dearborn, Michigan with a short grave side service with Military honors at Acacia Park Cemetery in Beverly Hills, Michigan afterward. We invite all Ken's friends and family to join in his passing from this earthly world to his new spiritual home with the Lord, Laura and family that have gone on before him. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Hospice and Palliative Care, 377 Hospital Street, Suite 103, Mocksville, NC 27028. They are the wonderful and caring organization that gave loving care to both Laura and Ken and supported the family during their times of need. |
LACOFF NORMAN |
of Boynton Beach, FL, formerly of West Bloomfield. Beloved husband of 60 years to Audrey Lacoff. Dear father of Ellen (Cary) Adelman, Renee (Michael) Freedman and Susan (Jeffrey) Resner. Loving grandfather of Eric (Karen) Adelman, Scott Adelman, Brian (Erica) Freedman, Danny (Angela) Freedman, Lyel Resner and Ben Resner. Proud great grandfather of Jocelyn Adelman and Ella Freedman. Devoted son of the late Esther and the late Meyer Lacoff. Brother of the late Betty (the late Bernard) Plavnick, the late Edith (the late Jack) Chapin and the late Gerson Lacoff. Brother-in-law of Elaine Lacoff, Harriet Travis and the late Murray Shubin, Lorretta and Larrie Globerson. Also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. SERVICES 2:15 PM SUNDAY AFTERNOON AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT BETH EL MEMORIAL PARK |
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Friday 3-9 p.m., Saturday 1-9 p.m. and Sunday 1-9 p.m. at R.J. Nixon Funeral Home, 2544 Biddle Ave., Wyandotte. Rosary Sunday at 3:30 p.m. Funeral Monday, Prayers at the Funeral home at 9:30 a.m. and to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 976 Pope John Paul II. Wyandotte for mass at 10 a.m. Interment at St. Hedwig Cemetery. Online guestbook and obituary at: www.nixonfuneralhome.com |
LYNDA L. GALLOWAY DECKER Lynda L. Galloway, age 49, of Decker, died suddenly Saturday, March 28, 2009 with her husband Joel in a auto accident in Tuscola County. She was born September 26, 1959 in Marlette to Grant and Mary (Stair) Osburn. Lynda graduated from Marlette High School in 1978. She served her country in the U.S. Navy. She married Joel Galloway August 17, 1979 in Washington State. Lynda worked for the Mulberry House Adult Foster Care in Marlette the past several years. She is survived by 4 sons; Joshua (Heather) Galloway of Cass City, Jonathon Galloway of Cass City, Lauren (Samantha) Galloway of Cass City and Thomas Galloway of Cass City, three grandchildren; Matthew, Shannon and Aydin Galloway of Cass City, her mother; Mary Osburn of Marlette, five brothers; Randy (Nancy) Osburn of Kentucky, Keith (Denise) Osburn of Washington State, Stanley (Gloria) Osburn of Carson City, Texas, William (Tina) Osburn of Texas and Kenneth (Denise) Osburn of Washington State, three sisters; Barbara (Harold) Deuel of Marion, Iowa, Joyce (Gary) Leveille of Clifford and JoAnn (Glenn) Wilcox of Marlette, several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father Grant Osburn. Cremation has taken place at the Sunset Hills Crematory in Flint. A memorial service was held at the Shabbona United Methodist Church in Decker with Pastor Ellen Burns officiating. Memorials may be donated to the family. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette. (989)635-3658 www.marshfuneral.com |
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DEVRIES - Larry DeVries, of Alto. Memorial services will be held Tuesday 7 p.m. at the Cornerstone United Methodist Church, 2045 68th Street, SE. The family will greet friends and relatives Monday 6 to 9 p.m. at the O'Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Funeral Home, 3980 Cascade Rd. SE. Complete obituary will appear in the Sunday paper. O'Brien Eggebeen Gerst |
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Lee Adrian Salisbury, age 79, of Three Rivers, Mich., died Tuesday, April 7, 2009, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo.  He was born on April 19, 1929, in Mishawaka, Ind., the third of 12 children born to Lewis and Alice (Colley) Salisbury.  Lee was a carpenter by trade.  He worked numerous jobs around the country as part of the Carpenter’s Union.  He has resided in Three Rivers the past two and a half years, coming from Traverse City.  Lee enjoyed restoring old furniture, and had assisted many neighbors with their home repairs following his retirement. He also enjoyed cooking, and was known for his homemade pies.  Lee was married to Sharon DeTour on July 5, 1983, in Bangor, Maine.  She survives, along with five children, Samuel L. Salisbury of St. Charles, Mo., Patti Wilfong of Tulsa, Okla., Jennifer Miller of Anza, Calif., Karin Jo Richardson of Arizona, and Jayne Palmer of  Detroit; two stepdaughters, Melissa Wilson (Jesse Salisbury) of Three Rivers and Lynn Wilson (Kathy Hueffman) of Nashua, N.H.; 10 grandchildren, Margaret, Curtis, Sara, Fatima, Zahra, Taylor, Janell, Trevor, Daniel and Jacob; and one great-grandchild, Jacob; 10 siblings and their spouses, Joyce Kenny of Elkhart, Mary Lou and Eldon Ferm of Elkhart, Ind., Michael and Alice Salisbury of Constantine, Lynn Salisbury of Kalamazoo, John and Janet Salisbury of White Pigeon, Susan Ferguson of Sturgis, Nancy McFall of White Pigeon, Tom Salisbury of White Pigeon, Holly and Jim Hunter of White Pigeon, and Marty and Linda Salisbury of Elkhart; and several nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Clifton Salisbury; a daughter-in-law, Karen (Shotwell) Salisbury  and a grandson, Ryan Murphy. The family will receive friends from 2-3 p.m. Saturday at Eickhoff-Farrand-Halverson Chapel in Three Rivers.  Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home with Nancy Boyd officiating.  Cremation will follow services, and Lee’s ashes will be interred in Traverse City Memorial Gardens at a later date. A gathering for family and friends will follow the service at the East Chicago Ritz in downtown White Pigeon, on US 12. Memorials may be directed to the American Heart Association.  Condolences may be left at www.efhchapel.com. |
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Leeman R. “Lee” Wilson, 69, of Jonesville passed away Tuesday, April 7, 2009 at Hillsdale Community Health Center. He was born Sept. 28, 1939 in Rollin to Leland C. and Ethel V. (Renner) Wilson. He was married June 1, 1962 to Julia Smith and she preceded him in death in 1994. He was married Dec. 5, 1998 to Sherryl Johnson Glowe and she survives. Lee was a U.S. Navy Veteran 3rd Class Petty Officer, Pilot and Aviation Machinist. He retired in 1999 as a truck driver for L.J. Beal & Sons. He was a member of Teamsters Local 164 and the Teamsters Retiree Club of Jackson, a member and two-year past president of the Michigan Travel Trailer Club. Lee enjoyed bowling, fishing hunting and camping. Surviving besides his wife Sherryl are two daughters, LeAnn Wilson and Kimberly (Scott) Friess both of Cement City; a step son, Fred (Regina) Glowe of Jonesville; two sisters, Vickie (Larry) Taylor of Jonesville and Anne Johncox of Morenci; a brother, William (Betty) Wilson of Addison; and two grandchildren, Ashley Julia and Jordyn Ann Friess. Besides his first wife Julia, he was preceded in death by his parent; two sisters, Sheila Householder and Winona Wilson, and a brother-in-law Ronald Householder. Funeral services for Lee R. Wilson will be 11 a.m. Saturday at the VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Pastor Dave Luke and Pastor Rob Corbin officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery, Morenci. The family will receive friends for visitation from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday  at the funeral home. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial contribution to the Hillsdale Community Health Center Critical Care Unit or the Somerset Fire Department. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Leeman R. “Lee” Wilson, 69, of Jonesville passed away Tuesday, April 7, 2009, at Hillsdale Community Health Center. He was born Sept. 28, 1939, in Rollin to Leland C. and Ethel V. (Renner) Wilson. He was married June 1, 1962, to Julia Smith and she preceded him in death in 1994. He was married Dec. 5, 1998, to Sherryl Johnson Glowe and she survives. Lee was a U.S. Navy Veteran 3rd Class Petty Officer, Pilot and Aviation Machinist. He retired in 1999 as a truck driver for L.J. Beal & Sons. He was a member of Teamsters Local 164 and the Teamsters Retiree Club of Jackson, a member and two-year past president of the Michigan Travel Trailer Club. Lee enjoyed bowling, fishing hunting and camping. Surviving, besides his wife, Sherryl, are two daughters, LeAnn Wilson and Kimberly (Scott) Friess, both of Cement City; a stepson, Fred (Regina) Glowe of Jonesville; two sisters, Vickie (Larry) Taylor of Jonesville and Anne Johncox of Morenci; a brother, William (Betty) Wilson of Addison; and two grandchildren, Ashley Julia and Jordyn Ann Friess. Besides his first wife, Julia, he was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, Sheila Householder and Winona Wilson; and a brother-in-law, Ronald Householder. Funeral services for Lee R. Wilson will be Saturday, April 11, 2009, at 11 a.m. at the Vanhorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale with Pastor Dave Luke and Pastor Rob Corbin officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery, Morenci. The family will receive friends for visitation on Friday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial contribution to the Hillsdale Community Health Center Critical Care Unit or the Somerset Fire Department. To view this obituary and send condolences, visit www.eaglefuneralhomes.com. |
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Leonard W. Monachino, 38, former Reading resident, died Friday, March 13, 2009, in San Francisco, Calif.  He was born Sept. 24, 1970 in Calumet Park, Ill. Survivors include his mother, Diane (John) Bouzios, Illinois; father, Leonard “Tom” (Jane) Monachino, Illinois; sisters, Angela (Sean) Reynolds, Reading, Evaggelia Sklavenitis, Illinois and Alexia Bouzios, Illinois; brothers, Daniel (Monica) Monachino, Edon, Ohio and John Bouzios, Adrian. He was preceded in death by one sister (Joanne Sklavenitis) and grandparents (Clark & Alice Sellers). A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, April 11 at the George White Funeral Home, Reading, with Pastor Brian Colby officiating. Interment will follow in West Reading Cemetery. Visitation is scheduled Saturday from noon until time of service. Memorials are suggested to the family. |
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Lillian Oetman, age 98, of Holland, died Tuesday, April 7, 2009, at Resthaven Care Facility.  The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the East Saugatuck Christian Reformed Church, 3815 56th St., Holland.  Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday at the church.   Arrangements are by the Mulder Chapel of Dykstra Life Story Funeral Home.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
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Linda Durell, 58, of Monroe died at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday at Select Speciality Hospital, Taylor. Arrangements by Rupp Funeral Home. |
Linda J. Durell Feb. 15, 195-April 7, 2009 Thursday, April 9, 2009 11:50 AM |
Linda J. Durell, 58, of Monroe died at 9:35 p.m. Tuesday at Select Specialty Hospital, Taylor, Michigan. She had been in poor health for three months. |
Lou Wanda (Guza) Armstead |
Lou Wanda (Guza) Armstead, 56, of Sheridan Township, died Friday Aug. 29, 2008 in Huron Medical Center of Bad Axe., She was born Feb. 21, 1952 in Cass City, daughter of William and Wanda (Billot) Kipp., She married Leon F. Guza in 1970 at Saint Mary Catholic Church, Parisville. He preceded her in death Jan. 15, 1999., She is a graduate of Sandusky High School. Lou Wanda was employed at the Ubly Community School since 1981 in the cafeteria and custodian of maintenance. She enjoyed cats, crafts, gardening, needle work, and visiting with family and friends., Lou Wanda is survived by two daughters, Jane Ann (David) Sadro of Ubly, and Theresa (Dan) Hill of Bad Axe; two sons, Eugene Guza of Bad Axe, and Leon Guza Jr. and Karan of Bad Axe; and nine grandchildren, Justin and Daniel Sadro, Sarah and Kelsey Hill, Sloan, Kelsie and Darian Gross, and Rayne and Sommer Guza. Lou Wanda also is survived by her parents, William and Wanda Kipp of Snover; one brother, Joseph (Sandy) Kipp of Marlette; and one sister, Betty (Dennis) Mausolf-Scharrer of Ruth., Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday Sept. 3, 2008 in the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly, with the Rev. Kenneth Lueke, pastor of Our Savior Lutheran Church of Bad Axe officiating., Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, and from 10 until the 11 a.m. service Wednesday. Burial will be in Moore Township Cemetery, Snover. Memorials to the Family Discretionary Fund would be appreciated. |
MADDOX DETRIA |
Age 45, passed away at 7:56 p.m. on Wednesday, April 8, 2009 with her loving family at her side. She will be dearly missed by family and friends. A private family viewing from 11 a.m. until 12 noon Saturday at Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home, 2125 W. 12 Mile Rd., (2 blocks W. of Woodward), Berkley. Funeral services will take place immediately following. Share your memories at |
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MARGARET M. "RITA" KOWALSKI MINDEN CITY Margaret M. "Rita" Kowalski, age 86, of Minden City, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2009 after a short illness. Rita was born on May 10, 1922 in Down Patrick, Northern Ireland to the late William and Alice (Quinn) Ross. She married Harold J. Kowalski Sr. in April of 1944 in Tonton, England. He preceded her in death on October 12, 2004. Rita is survived by two daughters; Patti (Cliff) Kenny of Sandusky, Sheila (Gerald) Kirsch of Plymouth, one son; Bud (Mary) of Sandusky, eight grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren, one great-great granddaughter, two sisters; Eileen Dyer of New Jersey, Mary Bober of Florida and one son-in-law; Norman Kaufman of Minden City. She was preceded in death by her husband, two daughters; Diana Kowalski and Margie Kaufman. The Funeral Mass was held at St. Mary Catholic Church in Parisville with Rev. Peter Nwokoye, Pastor of the church officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Memorials are requested toAutumnwood of Deckerville or the Deckerville Hospital. Arrangements made by Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home, Minden City, Michigan. |
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MOSCONE IOLANDA (NEE VITELLI) |
Saturday 3-9 p.m. and Sunday 1-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Rosary Sunday 7 p.m. In state Monday 9:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. time of Mass at San Francesco Church, 22870 S. Nunneley (between Harper and Gratiot). Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterrra.com |
MOSTOWY STANLEY |
12:30PM Mass 2PM. St. Patrick Catholic Church, 711 Rickett Rd., Brighton. In lieu of flowers memorials to Parkinson's Foundation of Michigan. Please leave a Message of Comfort to Stanley's family by calling 877-231-7900 or visit and sign his guestbook at |
MYRTLE M. RHEAD LANSING Myrtle M. (Bopra) Rhead, age 84, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2009 in Lansing, Michigan. She was born November 3, 1924 in Carsonville, the daughter of Clair and Vera (Clark) Bopra. She graduated from Carsonville High School in 1942. During her working career she was employed by Ford Motor Company, Michigan Bell Telephone, Haffners Department Store and was a cook at Sandusky Community Schools. She served during World War II in the flight operations division of the United States Naval Air Station in Millington Tennessee. She married Kenneth A. Rhead on February 7, 1948 in Carsonville and resided most of her life in Sandusky. She was a member of the Board of Directors of the Sanilac County Girls Scouts, Sandusky High School Band Boosters and served as a cub-scout leader. She was a member of the City of Sandusky Planning Commission, the Senior Citizen High Rise Commission, was Treasurer of the Sanilac County Republican Party and was Chairman of the Sanilac County Parks Commission. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth (1997), her daughter, Kristy Anne Campbell (2004) and two sisters Hazel (1920) and Betty Lou Rumble (2007). She is survived by three children; Kim (Margaret) Rhead of Holt, Kerry (Robert) Mason of Kendallville, Indiana and Gerald (Heather) Rhead of East Lansing, one son-in-law; Jerry Campbell of Kendallville, Indiana, two brothers; William Bopra of Croswell, Gene Bopra of Sandusky, two sisters; Marjorie (Robert) O'Connell of Carsonville and Marion (Douglas) Kenny of Deckerville, twelve grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Sandusky First United Methodist Church with Rev. Colin Stover officiating. Interment was in the Greenwood Cemetery in Sandusky. Memorials to the Kim Rhead Leadership Scholarship and the Kevin Pearce Memorial Scholarship, c/o the Sanilac County Community Foundation and the Every Dream Will Do Scholarship, c/o the Nobel County (Indiana) Community Foundation. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky, MI. (810)648-2244 www.marshfuneral.com |
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Madeleine Wagner, age 91, of Holland, died Monday, April 6, 2009, at Resthaven Care Center. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Dykstra Life Story Funeral Homes-Mulder Chapel, 188 West 32nd Street. Burial will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery. Visitation is one hour prior to the service at the chapel.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
Marian B. "Betty" Rex, age 88, of Harbor Springs, formerly of Gladwin, passed away on April 1, 2009 at her home in Harbor Springs. |
Marilou MacDonald Attica Marilou MacDonald, 86, of Attica, passed away Saturday (April 4, 2009). She was born February 23, 1923, in Auburn, N.Y. Marilou was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Lapeer, A member of the Eastern Star Lewiston Lodge and past Grand Worthy Matron. She was also a lifetime member of the Syracuse, N.Y., lodge, President of the Wolverine District with stars, a member of the Garden Club and the Lioness Club of Lewiston. She is survived by her sons, Richard Grutka, Gary (Mary) Grutka; daughter, Nancy (David) Hopp; 11 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond MacDonald. Funeral service were held Wednesday (April 8, 2009) at the First Presbyterian Church of Lapeer. Pastor Todd Smith officiated. Interment was at Flint Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors, Capstick Chapel, downtown Lapeer. |
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WHITE PINE, Mich. -- Marion Lucille Chaput went to be with the lord Monday early evening, April 6, 2009, at Maple Manor in Ontonagon. |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Mary Alice Govednik, 85, formerly of Ironwood, passed away peacefully with family and friends around her, Sunday, April 5, 2009 |
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Mary Jo Keegan, 51, died on Sunday April 5, 2009 at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center in Toledo, Ohio.  She was born on Oct. 15, 1957 in Defiance City, Ohio the daughter of Hugh and Iva (Crawford) Keegan. She was a 1975 graduate of Paulding High School. She was a homemaker. She is survived by her mother Iva of Montgomery; a daughter Melissa (Mack) Hughes of Fort Wayne, Ind; two sons Gary (fiancée Amy) Keegan of Montgomery and Justin Lee Mitchell of Mark Center, Ohio; four grandchildren; six brothers and four sisters. She was preceded in death by her father and two sisters. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Smith & Brown Funeral Home at Hicksville, Ohio with visitation from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Rev. Clarence Zimmerman will officiate. Burial will be at Lost Creek Cemetery in Farmer Township. Memorials may be made to Smith & Brown Funeral Home in honor of Mary. Condolences may be made at www.smithbrownfuneralhome.com. |
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Mary Ruth Skiba, 67, of Holland, died Monday, April 6, 2009, at Holland Hospital. A memorial service will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 14, at Calvary Baptist Church, 517 W. 32nd St. Burial was in Holy Cross Cemetery in Grand Rapids. Arrangements are by Lakeshore Memorial Services. |
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Mrs. Mary Sarna, 87, of Westover, Md. and formerly of Bad Axe, passed away Friday, Aug. 29, 2008 under hospice care with her daughters at her side., Mary was born March 22, 1921 in Detroit, daughter of the late John and Rose Pleciak., She married Frank Sarna Aug. 2, 1941 at. St. Cunegunda's in Detroit. He preceded her in death May 7, 1992., Mary lived in Bad Axe from 1986 to 2000 when she moved to Westover, Md. She was a former parishioner of St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Sheridan Corners where she was an active member of the Christian Mothers and organized the annual fall craft show. She was an active member of the Bad Axe Seniors. Her hobbies included ceramics, knitting, crocheting, reading, doing crossword puzzles and baking the best pies in town. In Maryland, she was known as the "pie lady" where she took her baked goods to the farmer's market., Mary is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Marilyn White of Shelby Township, Mrs. Tom (Maryanne) White of Fort Mill, S.C., and Mrs. Grant (Rosemarie) Bryant of Westover, Md.; six grandchildren, Kristina (David) Kloc, Thomas (Amy) White II, Kerry White and special friend, Ashford Harrigan, Kelly (Mark) Kessen, Jerry (Susan) White, and Theresa (Jeff) Waldron; and eight great-grandchildren, Alexa, Kurt and Brooke Kessen, Matthew, Emily and Jack Kloc, Emma and Julia White, and soon-to-be-born Bryce Waldron., Mary was preceded in death by one son, Jerome; and one son-in-law, Richard White., Cremation has taken place in Maryland. The funeral Mass was held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008 at the St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Sheridan Corners. The Rev. Stephen Fillion, pastor of the St. Pancratius Catholic Church in Cass City, officiated. Burial was made in the church cemetery., Arrangements were handled by the Zinger-Smigielski Funeral Home in Ubly. |
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RAMSAY, Mich. -- Mathew John Olexa Jr., 69, of E8179 Alice Street, Ramsay, passed away Sunday morning, April 5, 2009, in Ironwood, after a lengthy illness. |
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HOMER GLEN, Ill. -- Matthew Ryan Kirk, 18, of Homer Glen, died April 3, 2009, in Homer Glen. |
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Maxine Spaman, of Allegan, went to be with her Lord,  Thursday, April 9, 2009. Friends may meet with the family today from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at  Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel. Funeral services will be Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Dunningville Reformed Church. Pastor Tim Tenclay will officiate. Interment Dunningville Cemetery, Heath Twp.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
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GLADWIN �" Helen (Peck) Hardenburg went home to be with Jesus on Dec. 7, 2008. There will be a memorial service to celebrate her life on Saturday, April 18, 2009, at 11:30 a.m. at Gladwin Cornerstone Baptist Church. |
Micah Benjamin-Collier Wiech Oct. 13, 1979-April 7, 2009 Thursday, April 9, 2009 11:58 AM |
Adrian: Micah Benjamin-Collier Wiech, 29, of Adrian, formerly of Petersburg, passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2009, at his home. |
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Michael J. "Mike" Rawlings Sept. 23, 1983-April 5, 2009 Tuesday, April 7, 2009 12:18 PM |
Michael J. "Mike" Rawlings, age 25, of Lambertville, MI died Sunday, April 5, 2009, from injuries suffered in an automobile accident. |
NOVAK DAVID |
Age 45. Beloved father of Sophia Novak. Devoted son of Anita (Thad Gutowski) Novak and the late Robert Novak. Loving brother of Steven (Rebecca) Novak. Proud uncle of Nicholas, Elizabeth and Bobby. Cherished grandson of Harry (the late Sharney) Novak and the late Bessie Novak, the late Alvin and the late Toby Davis. Nephew of Nancy and George Miron. Also survived by Sophia's mother, Heidi Dougan and loving cousins, other relatives and friends. PRIVATE FAMILY SERVICES. ARRANGEMENTS WITH THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. |
Opell J. Curtindale 1915-2009 Opell Joyce Curtindale, 93, Harbor Beach, passed away March 30, 2009 in the Connecticut Hospice in Bradford, Conn. She was born June 21, 1915 in Harbor Beach. She was the daughter of the late Perry and Della (Richards) Conquergood. She married Meldrin Curtindale who preceded her in death. She is survived by her daughter, Joan Soldate, Madison, Conn. and a son, Wallace Curtindale, Pa. She was preceded in death by a son, Richard Curtindale and by two brothers, Melvin and Delbert Conquergood. Cremation has taken place and a graveside service will be held later this spring. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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Orlene Marie Graves, 80, died Wednesday, April 8, 2009, at Holiday Resort in Emporia, Kan. Services will be held at Ott Funeral Home, 102 N. Wichita, Haven, Kan. at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 1. There will be a visitation at 10 a.m. Burial will be  in Haven Priest Cemetery. |
Oscar Quellmalz Metamora Oscar Quellmalz, 86, of Metamora, passed away Thursday (April 2, 2009). He was born April 30, 1922, in Turtle Creek, Pa., to Arthur and Marie (Neuhof) Quellmalz. He married Joyce Murray on November 1, 1952 in Detroit. Mr. Quellmalz served his country in the United States Navy during WWII. He was a model maker in th parts supplier industry. Oscar enjoyed being a HAM Radio operator. He was a down-to-earth man who loved his family. He is survived by his wife, Joyce Quellmalz of Metamora; children, Alan (Susan) Quellmalz of Lapeer, Bruce Quellmalz of Metamora, Karen (Mark) Davey of Grand Rapids; grandchildren, Erik (Kim), Sarah, Kelley, Ellen and Michael; siblings, Ida (Robert) Beck of Arizona, Arthur (Marjorie) Quellmalz of North Carolina. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services were held Monday (April 6, 2009) at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer. Burial was in Metamora Cemetery, Metamora. Arrangements made by Muir Brothers F |
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PEGGY J. VORE FLINT Peggy J. Vore, age 66, of Flint, died Monday, April 6, 2009 at Heritage Manor Health Care Center in Flint. She has lived in Flint the past 7 years and was previously from the Clifford area. She was born July 19, 1942 in Detroit daughter to the late James and Irene (Ogden) Weeks. She was a former member of the Hope Lutheran Church. She is survived by her daughter; Katherine (Leo Hedger) Hoig of Clifford, grandchildren; Derek & Dyland Hoig of Clifford and Abigail Hedger of Clifford, one brother; Jim (Coreen) Weeks of Holly, two sisters; Patricia (Thomas) Schlenkert of West Bloomfield and Barbara Hart of Clifford, nephews; Donnie (Georgette) Hart of South Carolina, Chad Ferguson of Yale and one niece; Rhonda Ferguson of Yale. She was preceded in death by her parents and son, Robbie Vore. Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 11, 2009 at 1:00 P.M. at Marsh Funeral Chapel in Marlette. Burial will be in the Marlette Cemetery. Memorials may be donated tothe family. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 10am until the time of service at the Marsh Funeral Chapel in Marlette. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette, MI. (989) 635-3658 www.marshfuneral.com |
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Saturday 4-8 p.m. and Monday 2-9 p.m. (no visitation Easter Sunday) at the Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, 23720 Farmington Rd. (between 9-10 Mile Rds., just N. of Grand River), downtown Farmington (248-474-5200). Rosary Monday 7 p.m. Funeral Mass Tuesday April 14th, 11 a.m. (in state at 10:30 a.m. ) at Resurrection Catholic Church, 48755 Warren Rd., (between Beck and Ridge Rds.), Canton. Interment Holy Sepulchre. Memorials suggested to Angela Hospice, Livonia, or Michigan Humane Society. |
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Pastor Luke D. Yoder 1929-2009 Pastor Luke D. Yoder, Pigeon, 79, died Saturday, April 4, 2009 at Country Gardens in Pigeon following a six-month illness with ALS. He was born November 24, 1929 in Greenwood, Del., son of the late David S. and Savilla (Bender) Yoder, and twin brother of Mark B. Yoder. He was united in marriage to Cora Mae Maust on December 28, 1949 in Pigeon. Luke served as minister and overseer of the Pigeon River Mennonite Church for over 40 years. He also served as a board member for Rosedale Mennonite Missions, Conservative Mennonite Conference, Eastern Mennonite University, and the Mennonite Church. He earned his living as a farmer, owning and operating Yoder Farms on South Bay Port Rd. Luke believed in the importance of family, church, generosity, and grace. He is survived by his wife, Cora Mae Yoder; three sons, Merlin (Patricia Shetler) Yoder, Darrel (Lynette Maust) Yoder and Dale (Phyllis Good) Yoder, all of Bay Port; one daughter, Gloria (Eugene) Diener, Harrisonburg, Va. and 11 grandchildren, Shari (Chad) Craig, Michael Yoder, Obed (Kari Jorgensen) Diener, Brian Diener, Jeffrey (Rhonda Hershberger) Yoder, Justin Yoder, Jaclyn Yoder, Mitchell Yoder, Tyler Yoder, Megan Mitchell and Rachel Yoder; five brothers, David S. Yoder Jr., Goshen, Ind., Amos W. Yoder, Lititz, Pa., Paul T. (Daisy) Yoder, Harrisonburg, Va., Daniel V. Yoder and Jesse (Gladys) Yoder, Dover, Del.; two sisters, Naomi Yoder, Blountstown, Fla. and Miriam (Harvey) Hull, Wytheville, Va. and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Katie L. Yoder; sister, Ruth Y. Bontrager and two brothers, his twin brother, Mark B. Yoder and John J. Yoder. Funeral services will take place at 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 8, 2009 at the Pigeon River Mennonite Church. Pastor Alvin Yoder will officiate with burial in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Pigeon River Mennonite Church from 10 a.m. Wednesday until the time of service. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider Rosedale Mennonite Missions, Country Gardens Assisted Living or Bluewater Youth For Christ. Arrangements were handled by the Meyersieck-Bussema Funeral Home, Pigeon. |
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Patricia E. Sorko-Ram, age 74, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Wednesday, April 8, 2009, at her home. She was born June 16, 1934, in Eau Claire, Wis., a daughter of the late Theodore and Violet (Knecht) Burns. Patricia had been a resident of Sturgis since 1971, moving here from Detroit. On Oct. 18, 1958 she married Paul O. Sorko-Ram in St. Paul, Minn. He preceded her in death on Aug. 16, 1995. She was a homemaker and also worked for Ram Products for a few years. She was a member of the Victory Chapel and was an accomplished pianist and composer of music having graduated from a music school in St. Paul. She enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Surviving are four daughters, Sharon (Jeffery) Wickey of Sturgis, Connie Doleman of Three Rivers, Peggy (Gregory) White of Mooresville, N.C., and Nancy (Mike) Feltman of Cassopolis; two sons, James (Liz) Sorko-Ram of Kalamazoo and John Sorko-Ram and Tina Landrum of Boca Raton, Fla.; 19 grandchildren, Joshua, Sarah, Elisha, Hadassah, Micah, Malachi, Shaina, Brandon, Jacob, Jordan, Jessica, Trisha, Alexis, Winston, Danielle, Kendall, Emily, Mary Nicole, and Paul Anthony; five great-grandchildren, Malachi Jr., Arianna, Jada, Sydni Lynn, and Benjamin; three brothers, Robert Burns of Hobart, Ind., Timothy Burns of Phoenix and Steven Burns of Constantine; a sister, Kathy O’Connell of Phoenix; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a son, Joseph Sorko-Ram; a grandson, Andrew Wickey; and three brothers, Darrell, Thomas, and Daniel Burns. The family will receive friends and relatives from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Hackman Family Funeral Homes, Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis. Funeral services celebrating the life of Patricia E. Sorko-Ram will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the It’s More About Jesus, Vida Nueva, Church, 600 N. Nottawa St., Sturgis. Interment will follow in Sturgis Memorial Gardens. Her obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhome.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.   |
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Paul E. Tucker, 84, of Elkhart, died at 10:55 p.m. Saturday (April 4, 2009) in Elkhart Hospice House. He was born Oct. 15, 1924, in Willshire, Ohio, to Floyd and Marie (Campbell) Tucker. On May 17, 1968, he married Barbara F. (Forberg) Beatty in Coldwater. She survives along with one son, Jerry (Sharon) Tucker of Elkhart, Ind.; one stepson, Gary Beatty of Wisconsin; two stepdaughters, Penny (Larry) Avery and Cris (Chuck) Rinehart, both of Elkhart; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two brothers, Charles Tucker of Coldwater and Robert Tucker of Union; four sisters, Mary Henderson of Coldwater, Betty Groholski of Burlington, Pat Case of Union City, and Peggy Pierson of Naples, Fla.; and one sister-in-law, Elwanda Tucker of Coldwater. He was preceded in death by one brother, Floyd Tucker Jr., on April 4, 2005. Mr. Tucker had worked for Coca-Cola, Three Rivers, Continental Can Co., Elkhart, and Superior Manufacturing (Williamsburg), Nappanee, Ind. from which he retired. He had owned Tucker Tax Service for 53 years, Wildcat Travel Trailers in the '60s and was co-owner of Top-Cat Truck Caps. A graduate of Tri-State University with a bachelor's degree, Mr. Tucker was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. He enjoyed classic cars, traveling, camping and going to Lake Michigan to watch boats. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at Walley-Mills-Zimmerman Funeral Home, 700 E. Jackson Blvd., Elkhart, Ind. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Dutcher Funeral Home, 440 W. Chicago, Coldwater. The Rev. Charlie Tucker will officiate. Burial with military honors will take place in Evergreen Cemetery, Girard. Memorials may be given to Elkhart Hospice House or to pancreatic cancer research. |
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IRONWOOD, Mich. -- Philip DeRosier, 76, of 117 E. Michigan Ave., Ironwood, died unexpectedly Sunday evening, April 5, 2009, in his home. |
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RAMOS GLORIA |
Monday, April 13, 2009 from 5-9 p.m. (Rosary 8 p.m.) at the Lee-Ellena Funeral Home, 46530 Romeo Plank (just south of 21 mile). Private burial at Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association. |
ROCHNA CECELIA M |
April 7, 2009. Dearest sister of Frank and the late Ann (Kenneth) Sudzinski. Loving aunt and great-aunt to many nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends Monday 1-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. with a Rosary at 7 p.m. at Stanley Turowski & Son Funeral Home, 25509 W. Warren (3 blocks east of Beech Daly), Dearborn Heights. In state Tuesday 10:30 a.m. at St. Mel Church until time of Mass at 11 a.m. Family suggests memorial donations to Angela Hospice or the Salvation Army. |
RUSNAK BERNARD A |
Sunday 3 p.m.-9 p.m., Rosary 7:00 p.m. at Hopcroft Funeral Home, 23919 John R., Hazel Park. Funeral Monday 10:30 a.m. in state, 11:00 a.m. Mass at St. Justin Church, Hazel Park. |
RUSSELL L. MAVIS SNOVER Russell L. Mavis, age 89, of Snover, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, April 1, 2009 at Sanilac Medical Care Facility in Sandusky, Michigan. He was born June 1, 1919 in Snover, Michigan the son of Charles and Gertrude (Dingman) Mavis. Russell spent his entire life on the family farm in Snover. He attended Sandusky High School, was a member of Peace Lutheran Church, Sandusky and was a member of the Odd Fellows of Snover. He is survived by his wife of nearly 57 years, Luise, and two sons; Eric of Alabama and Gerald of Snover, two granddaughters; Jenny of Texas, Rosel of Alabama, two grandsons; Nestor of Germany and Victor of Texas. Preceding him in death were his parents, brother, Ira, three sisters; Beatrice, Mildred and Juanita. Cremation has taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory, Bay City. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Memorial suggestions may be given to the Peace Lutheran Church or any organization of the donors choice. Arrangements made by Marsh Funeral Chapel, Sandusky. (810)648-2244 www.marshfuneral.com |
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Ray Edwin Hermance, 77, of Quincy, passed away Saturday, April 4, 2009, at Borgess Medical Center, Kalamazoo.  He was born May 7, 1931, in Branch County to Ray H. and Alta (Kidder) Hermance.  Ray graduated from Quincy High School and served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict.  He was employed at the Coldwater Regional Center for many years, and after retirement, he worked for Car Quest in Coldwater.  Ray belonged to the Quincy American Legion Post 52, and in his leisure time, he enjoyed fishing in Marble Lake, watching football, and working on cars. He is survived by his wife of over 40 years, Brenda (Norton), several nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews.  His parents and two sisters preceded him in death. Funeral services and military honors will be  1 p.m. Wednesday at the George White Funeral Home, Quincy, with interment following in Lakeview Cemetery, Quincy.  Visitation is  10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  and 4-8 p.m. Tuesday.  Memorials may be made to a charity of one’s choice. |
Raymond A. Vanisacker April 9, 2009 Thursday, April 9, 2009 11:50 AM |
Raymond A. Vanisacker, 92, of Monroe died at 3:20 this morning at the Hospice of Northwest Ohio, located in Perrysburg. |
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Rita J. Lambright, 92, of LaGrange, Ind., died, April 8, 2009, at Miller’s Merry Manor in LaGrange. Visitation will be 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Friday at Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange. Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at First United Methodist Church in LaGrange. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery in LaGrange. Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church in LaGrange.   |
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JOHNSON - The service to celebrate the life of Rose Marie Johnson, aged 61, who died on Monday, wife of Terry Johnson, will be held on Friday at 11 a.m. at Heritage Life Story Funeral Home - Van't Hof Chapel, 851 Leonard St. NW. Visitation at the funeral home Thursday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. and again on Friday 10 a.m. until the service begins. For complete obituary, to read Rose's life story and to sign her guest book, visit her web page at www.lifestorynet.com Heritage Funeral Home |
Russell James Walsh April 7, 2009 Wednesday, April 8, 2009 11:12 AM |
Russell James Walsh, 91, of Toledo died Tuesday at Orchard Villa, Oregon, Ohio. Arrangements by Bedford Funeral Chapel, Temperance. |
Russell James Walsh Jan. 17, 1918-April 7, 2009 Thursday, April 9, 2009 11:50 AM |
Russell James Walsh, 91 years of Toledo, died Tuesday April 7, 2009 in the Orchard Villa Oregon, OH. From 1954 till 1988 he operated Superior Bait Co. on the corner of Washington and Superior Street in Toledo. |
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Ruth Neighbours, 96, of Holland, died Thursday, April 9, 2009, at Hospice House of Holland. No services are scheduled at this time. Arrangements are by Lakeshore Memorial Services. |
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will begin at 11:30 a.m. at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to Kennedy's Disease Association, P.O. Box 1105, Coarsegold, California, 93614-1105 (www.kennedydisease.org). |
SLATTERY RICHARD E |
Monday 3-9 p.m. with Chaplet of the Divine Mercy recitation 7:00 p.m. at Neely-Turowski Funeral Home, 30200 Five Mile Rd. (btwn. Middlebelt and Merriman). Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Brian's Foundation, 22521 Moorgate St., Novi, MI 48374. www.neely-turowski.com |
Shirley J. Hanson 1935-2009 Shirley J. Hanson, 73, Bad Axe, passed away on Friday, April 3, 2009 at the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor. She was born on April 14, 1935 in Pigeon, daughter of the late Earl and Margaret (Binder) Britt. She was united in marriage to James R. Hanson on April 2, 1972. He preceded her in death in November 30, 2006. Shirley was a member of the Bad Axe High School Class of 1953. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, where she was a member of the church choir for 25 years. She was a volunteer in the Shared Blessing church food pantry and also volunteered, for 24 years at the Huron County Medical Care Facility. She was also a member of the Thumb Rose Society. She enjoyed playing games and cards with her grandchildren and having her family visit so she could cook for them. Her homemade soups and pies will be greatly missed. She is survived by four sons, Dale (Cathy) Bannick, Bay City, Dean (Joyce) Bannick, Bay City, David Bannick, Bad Axe and Dennis (Tammy) Bannick, St. Pauls, N.C.; step-son, James A. Hanson, Filion; step-daughter, LaDona (Larry) Carder, Fort Gratiot; sister, Carrol O'Brien, Jefferson, Ind.; sister-in-law, Harriet Britt, Bad Axe; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; She was preceded in death by a sister, Betty Britt; a brother, Kenneth Britt; a stepson, Joseph Hanson; a half-sister, Etta Sturm and two half-brothers, Harold and LaVern Britt. Services will be held on Wednesday, April 8, 2009 at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bad Axe. Fr. Rob Howe, pastor, will officiate, with burial taking place in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe on Wednesday at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of services. Arrangements were handled by the Kaufman Funeral Home, Bad Axe. |
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Sister Catherine O’Brien, formerly known as Sister Catherine Edward O’Brien, died on April 9, 2009, at the Dominican Life Center in Adrian, Mich. She was 88 years of age and in the 68th year of her religious profession in the Adrian Dominican Congregation. Sister Catherine was born in Providence, R.I., to Edward and Catherine (Tully) O’Brien. Sister graduated from St. Mary Academy in Providence, R.I., and received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English from Barry College (University) in Miami Shores, Fla., and a Master of Education Degree from DePaul University in Chicago, Ill. Sister spent 50 years ministering in education in West Palm Beach, St. Petersburg, Jacksonville, Miami Beach, Miami, Naples and Englewood, Fla.; Chicago, Ill., and Cheektowaga, N.Y. She was Librarian and Media Center Specialist for 10 years at St. Jude School in St. Petersburg. Sister was Director of Religious Education for four years at St. Peter Parish in Naples, and four years at St. Raphael Parish in Englewood, both in Florida. She was Co-Director for three years for the Miami Archdiocese Catechetical Center. Sister became a resident of the Dominican Life Center in Adrian in 2004. Sister Catherine is survived by loving cousins; one is an Adrian Dominican Sister, Sister Ann Englert. She was preceded in death by a cousin, Sister Mary Brian Barry, also an Adrian Dominican Sister. Visitation is from 6:15 to 7 p.m. Monday, April 13, 2009, in the Rose Room at the Dominican Life Center, followed by Vigil Prayer at 7 p.m. in St. Catherine Chapel. The Funeral Liturgy will be offered in St. Catherine Chapel at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 14, 2009. Burial will be in the Congregation cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian. Memorial gifts may be made to Adrian Dominican Sisters, 1257 E. Siena Heights Drive, Adrian, MI 49221. |
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Stacey Lee Dellinger, born August 22, 1959, passed away on April 6, 2009. A family memorial service will take place at a later date.   Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
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Age 88. March 26, 2009 in Naples, FL after a brief illness. Loving and devoted husband of Barbara for 62 years. Beloved father of Christopher L. Terry (Mary), Mark R. Terry (Kathi), Sheila T. Tomkinson, Kathleen S. Terry, S. Lee Terry, Jr. (Kathy), and Martha T. Dempsey (Joe). Loving grandfather of Christopher Terry, Jr., Patrick Terry, Sheila Terry, Matthew Terry, Luke Terry, Peter Terry, J.R. Tomkinson (Jeannie), Amy Graham (Hayden), Lindsay Bloom (Will), Katie Tomkinson, Sydney L. Terry III, Elizabeth Terry, and Sarah Anne Terry. Proud great-grandfather of Jessica, Georgia, Olivia, Annabelle, Adeline, Noah, and Tommy. Born April 5, 1920 in Huntsville, Alabama. 1941 graduate of Stanford University, B.S. Engineering. Master of Automotive Engineering, Chrysler Engineering Institute. Employed 38 years by Chrysler Corporation, where he rose to Vice President of Engineering and then Vice President of Public Responsibility and Consumer Affairs. In the years preceding his retirement from Chrysler in 1980, served as Chrysler's chief spokesman regarding compliance with laws regulating automotive safety and the environment, testifying frequently before various congressional committees. From 1981-2006, professional consultant to business and industry, serving on boards of directors of various institutions, including Lawrence Technological University. Held several U.S. Patents. Member, Phi Beta Kappa, Delta Tau Delta, Engineering Society of Detroit, Society of Automotive Engineers, Country Club of Detroit. Memorial Mass April 24, 2009 at 10:00 a.m., St. Paul on the Lake, 157 Lakeshore Drive, Grosse Pointe Farms. |
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Thelma Prins, 84, of Holland, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2009 at Hospice House. Services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 11, 2009 at Calvary Reformed Church, 995 East 8th Street, Holland.  The Rev. Blaine Newhouse will officiate.  Visiting hours will be 3-6 p.m. Friday at Notier-Ver Lee-Langeland Funeral Chapel, 315 E. 16th Street, Holland.  Burial will be in Graafschap Cemetery.    Obituaries notice: Holland Sentinel print and E-Edition subscribers receive access to the full, detailed obituary announcements. To read the full obituaries, subscribe to The Holland Sentinel in print, or the online E-Edition. E-Edition obituary publish dates may differ from the date on which you are reading this. E-Edition archives go back 30 days. |
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VARCOE WILLIAM S |
Age 69. April 3, 2009. Husband of the late Antoinette. Dear father of William S. Varcoe and Diana L. Varcoe. Loving grandfather of Tarah. Brother of Patricia (Frank) Bronikowski. Memorial visitation Saturday from 1-3 p.m. at Edward Swanson & Son Funeral Home, 30351 Dequindre (1 blk. S. of 13 Mile Rd.), Madison Heights. Sign online guest book at: www.MeM.com |
VITALE SAM |
Monday 2-9p.m. with 7:00p.m. Rosary at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Inc., 36900 Schoenherr at Metro Parkway (16 Mile). Funeral Tuesday In state 10:00a.m. at St. Matthias Church, 12509 19 Mile Rd. (W. of Schoenherr) until time of Mass at 10:30a.m. Donations are welcome to the Capuchin's. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On Line Guest Book" at WujekCalcaterra.com |
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WILLIAMS SR ARLENE R S M |
will be from 1-5 p.m. on Saturday, April 11 and Sunday, April 12 at Tiffany Funeral Home, 3232 W. Saginaw Street, Lansing, MI 48917 with a prayer service at 5 p.m. both days. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Fr. John Klein at 11 a.m. Monday, April 13, at Mercy Center Chapel, 28650 W. 11 Mile Road, Farmington Hills, MI 48336. Sister Arlene will lie in state before the Funeral Mass at 9 a.m. The family requests memorials to either the Mercy Education Project or the Sisters of Mercy Retirement Fund, both located at 29000 W. 11 Mile Road, Farmington Hills, MI 48336. |
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WAGNER, Walter Allen - Age 76, of Flint, died Monday, April 6, 2009 at Genesys Health Park due to complications of Huntington's disease. Services will be held 11 AM Friday, April 10, 2009 at Sharp Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Rd., Flint with Deacon Bill Storm officiating. Interment will follow at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Visitation will be held 2-4 and 6-9 PM Thursday. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make memorial contributions to HDSA of Michigan, HDSA-MI.com Friends may share an online tribute on the obituaries page of www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. |
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Warren H. Stultz, age 87, of Adrian passed away Thursday, April 2, 2009, at Lenawee Medical Care Facility. Warren was born Dec. 24, 1921 in Jackson, Mich., the oldest child of Charles and Claretta (Hammon) Stultz. During World War II, Warren served his country in the U.S. Army. On June 14, 1952, Warren married Clara Pauline Boroff. They celebrated 55 years of marriage prior to her death in 2008. Warren worked for Tecumseh Products for many years, retiring in 1987. He was a Boy Scout Leader and former member of the First Baptist Church in Adrian. In his later years, Warren attended Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Adrian. Warren brought much joy to senior citizens in Lenawee County when he would sing and play guitar at many of the senior centers. Warren is survived by his daughter, Shirley Maurer of Adrian; a brother, Charles (Virginia) Stultz of Avondale, Ariz.; and a sister, Bernice Parker of Phoenix, Ariz.; two grandchildren, Byron (Kristie) Taulton II of San Diego and Tamaris Henagan of Columbus, Ohio; seven great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.  In addition to his wife, Warren was preceded in death by a son, Gary Stultz. At Warren’s request, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, April 13, 2009, at Wagley Funeral Home. Friends may visit the family on Monday from 10 a.m. until the service. You may send condolences to the family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. Contributions in memory of Warren may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home. |
Wilburt J. Brown 1931-2009 Wilburt J. Brown, 77, Bad Axe, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2009 at his home in Bad Axe. He was born on April 16, 1931 in Bad Axe, son of the late William Earl and Rachel (Smith) Brown. He married Mary Ann Trepkowski on June 22, 1957 in St. Joseph Catholic Church in Rapson. Wilburt worked for Michigan Bell nearly 30 years. He was a member of Bad Axe High School Class of 1950. He served in the U.S. Army. He especially enjoyed camping with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Mary Ann Brown, Bad Axe; three sons, David (Lennea) Brown, Bad Axe, Mark (Diane) Brown, Bad Axe and Matthew (Karen) Brown, Bad Axe; a daughter, Bonnie (Marc) Bridson, Bad Axe; eight grandchildren, Michael (Melissa) Brown, Tamara (Aaron) Talaski, Jonathan (Talisa) Brown, Christopher (Alissa) Brown, Jessica Brown, Nathan Brown and friend, Courtney Gilbert, Ashley (Paul II) Streussnig and Ryan Brown; and four great-grandchildren, Blake Talaski, Kaden Brown, Balie Talaski and Bradie Talaski. Services were held on Tuesday, April 7, 2009 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bad Axe. Fr. Rob Howe, pastor, officiated, with burial taking place in the Colfax Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Kaufman Funeral Home, Bad Axe. |
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William F. Barnard, age 96, of Sturgis, Mich., died Tuesday, April 7, 2009, at Thurston Woods Village, Sturgis, following a short illness. He was born June 2, 1912, in Holt, Mich., a son to Lyman William and Nettie D. (Peasley) Barnard. William graduated from Freemont High School in 1930, and attended the Western Michigan University for two years. William had been a resident in Sturgis for seven years, coming from White Pigeon, where he lived from 1941 to 2002. He also lived in Muskegon and early in life in Freemont. He was married to Ruth Cyphers and Blanche E. Stears who both preceded him in death. William was a farmer and employed by White Pigeon Paper Mill for 28 years in the receiving department, retiring in 1975. He was a school bus driver for White Pigeon during the Great Depression. William was a member of the White Pigeon United Methodist Church, the White Pigeon Lions Club, AARP and the White Pigeon Grange. Surviving are one son, William A. Barnard of Battle Creek; two stepdaughters, Janet (Bob) Davis of Arcadia, Fla., Joyce Newton of Detroit; one stepson, Robert (Evelyn) Stears of Constantine; nine grandchildren; many great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren; step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren. William was preceded in death by his parents; two wives; two sons, John E. Barnard, David V. Barnard; grandson, Jeff Barnard; two brothers, Leonard and Edward Barnard; sister, Anna LaVance; step-great-grandson, Ethan Weathers. Visitation will be 10 a.m.- noon, Saturday at Farrand Funeral Home, White Pigeon, preceding the funeral at noon at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the White Pigeon United Methodist Church. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. |
Hutter, William Carl "Bill" Bay City, Michigan Mr. Hutter passed away Monday evening, April 6, 2009 at Mid Michigan Medical Center in Midland, age 75 years. Funeral services are being planned for Saturday and a complete obituary will be announced in Thursday's edition of the paper. Friends may call at the Gephart Funeral Home, Inc. on Friday from 2:00 to 9:00 p.m. |
William J. Kriewall 1928-2009 William John Kriewall, 80, Harbor Beach, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2009 at Huron Medical Center of Bad Axe. He was born on December 25, 1928 in Grosse Pointe to the late Paul and Amelia (Gerstenschlager) Kriewall. Bill and Kathryn Ganley were united in marriage on January 12, 1957 in Harbor Beach. Bill was a member of Zion Lutheran Church of Harbor Beach. He served in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict and sailed on the Great Lakes for four years after returning from the service. Bill was a member of the American Legion Post 197 of Harbor Beach, a member of the Harbor Beach Conservation Club and the Harbor Beach Gun Club. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, playing with his grandchildren and hanging out with his deer hunting family. He is survived by his wife, Kathryn, Harbor Beach; children, John (Ruth) Kriewall, Harbor Beach and Jan (Jim) Adler, Ruth; five grandchildren, Andrea Kriewall, Harbor Beach, Aaron Kriewall, HarborBeach, Jeff Adler, Bad Axe, Brad Adler, Rochester Hills and Renee Adler, Saginaw and three great-grandchildren, Paxton, Kacey and Caeden. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Paul and Lawrence Kriewall, Gertrude Kriewall, Dorothea Rodda, Ilene Moore and Evelyn Will. Funeral services were held on Saturday, April 4, 2009 in the Zion Lutheran Church, Harbor Beach. Rev. Dave McCluskey officiated, with burial taking place in Rock Falls Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home, Harbor Beach. |
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Former Petoskey resident William L. Waldrop, 84, passed away at home in Homossasa Springs, Fla., on March 28, 2009. |
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